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Doug Harvey
Hockey Hall of Fame, 1973
1963 Topps Doug Harvey.jpg
Born (1924-12-19)December 19, 1924
Montreal, QC, CAN
Died December 26, 1989(1989-12-26) (aged 65)
Montreal, QC, CAN
Height 5 ft 11 in (180 cm)
Weight 190 lb (86 kg; 13 st 8 lb)
Position Defence
Shot Left
Played for Montreal Canadiens
New York Rangers
St. Louis Blues
Detroit Red Wings
Baltimore Clippers
Buffalo Bisons
Pittsburgh Hornets
Quebec Aces
Playing career 1945–1969

Douglas Norman Harvey (December 19, 1924 – December 26, 1989) was a Canadian professional hockey player. He played in the National Hockey League (NHL) from 1947 until 1964, and again from 1966 until 1969. Many people think he was one of the greatest defencemen ever to play the game. He won the James Norris Memorial Trophy seven times. This award goes to the league's best defenceman.

Who Was Doug Harvey?

Doug Harvey was a legendary hockey player. He was known for his amazing skills as a defenceman. A defenceman is a player whose main job is to stop the other team from scoring. They also help their own team score goals. Doug Harvey was very good at both. He played for many years in the NHL. His career lasted from 1947 to 1969.

Early Life and Hockey Start

Doug Harvey was born in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. This was on December 19, 1924. He started playing hockey at a young age. Before joining the NHL, he played for several teams. These included the Montreal Navy and the Montreal Jr. Royals. He also played for the Montreal Royals in the QSHL. These early years helped him become a strong player.

A Star Defenceman

Doug Harvey spent most of his career with the Montreal Canadiens. He played for them from 1947 to 1961. During this time, he became one of the best defencemen in hockey. He was known for his smooth skating and smart plays. He could control the puck well. He also made great passes to his teammates. His vision on the ice was excellent. He could see plays developing before others. This made him a key player for the Canadiens.

Winning the Stanley Cup

Doug Harvey was a big part of the Montreal Canadiens' success. He helped them win the Stanley Cup six times. The Stanley Cup is the championship trophy in the NHL. Winning it once is a huge achievement. Winning it six times shows how dominant his team was. It also shows how important he was to their victories. These wins happened in 1953, and then from 1956 to 1960. This was a golden age for the Canadiens.

Top Awards and Recognition

Doug Harvey won the James Norris Memorial Trophy seven times. This award is given to the best defenceman in the NHL. Winning it so many times proves he was truly special. He won it in 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1960, 1961, and 1962. He was also chosen for the NHL All-Star Game many times. This means he was one of the top players in the league. He was also named to the NHL First All-Star Team ten times. This is another way the league recognized his talent.

Later Career and Legacy

After leaving the Canadiens, Doug Harvey played for other teams. He played for the New York Rangers, Detroit Red Wings, and St. Louis Blues. He also played in other leagues like the AHL and CPHL. He officially retired from playing in 1969. In 1973, Doug Harvey was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame. This is the highest honor for a hockey player. It means he is remembered as one of the greatest players ever. His impact on the game is still celebrated today.

Awards and Achievements

Doug Harvey earned many awards during his career. These show his skill and importance in hockey.

  • James Norris Memorial Trophy: This award is given to the best defenceman in the NHL. Doug Harvey won it seven times:
    • 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1960, 1961, 1962
  • NHL All-Star Game: He was selected to play in the All-Star Game many times:
    • 1951, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1969
  • NHL First All-Star Team: He was chosen as one of the best players at his position:
    • 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1960, 1961, 1962
  • NHL Second All-Star Team:
    • 1959
  • Stanley Cup: He helped his team win the championship six times:
    • 1953, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960

Related Pages

Doug Harvey's biography at Legends of Hockey Doug Harvey's career stats at The Internet Hockey Database

Preceded by
Red Kelly
Winner of the Norris Trophy
1955, 1956, 1957, 1958
Succeeded by
Tom Johnson
Preceded by
Maurice Richard
Montreal Canadiens captain
1960–61
Succeeded by
Jean Beliveau
Preceded by
Tom Johnson
Winner of the Norris Trophy
1960, 1961, 1962
Succeeded by
Pierre Pilote
Preceded by
Alf Pike
Head coach of the New York Rangers
1961–62
Succeeded by
Muzz Patrick
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