George Robertson (ice hockey) facts for kids
George Thomas Robertson (born May 11, 1927 – died January 9, 2021) was a Canadian professional ice hockey player. He played as a forward, which is a position in hockey where players try to score goals. Robertson played 31 games in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the Montreal Canadiens. The NHL is the top professional ice hockey league in North America. He was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
Robertson passed away on January 9, 2021, when he was 93 years old.
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Who Was George Robertson?
George Robertson was a talented ice hockey player from Canada. He spent many years playing professional hockey, including a short time in the famous National Hockey League. He was known for his skills as a forward, helping his teams try to win games.
Early Life and Hockey Beginnings
George Robertson was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, a city in Canada. Like many Canadian kids, he likely grew up loving and playing ice hockey. He worked hard to become a professional player, which means he played hockey as his job.
Playing in the NHL
Robertson's biggest achievement was playing for the Montreal Canadiens in the National Hockey League. The Canadiens are one of the oldest and most successful teams in hockey history. He played 31 games for them between 1944 and 1955. Playing in the NHL is a dream for many young hockey players.
Other Hockey Teams
Even though he played in the NHL, George Robertson also played for many other professional hockey teams. Players often move between different leagues and teams during their careers. These teams included:
- The Cincinnati Mohawks
- The Grand Rapids Rockets
- The Saskatoon Quakers
- The Springfield Indians
- The Vancouver Canucks (a different team than the current NHL Canucks)
- The Winnipeg Monarchs
Playing for these teams meant he traveled a lot and gained a lot of experience on the ice.
