Jim Morrison (ice hockey) facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Jim Morrison
Born	(1931-10-11) October 11, 1931 (age 93) Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Height	5 ft 10 in (178 cm)
Weight	175 lb (79 kg; 12 st 7 lb)
Position	Defence
Shot	Left
Played for	Boston Bruins Toronto Maple Leafs Detroit Red Wings New York Rangers Pittsburgh Penguins
Playing career	1951–1973

James Stewart Hunter Morrison (born October 11, 1931) is a Canadian former professional ice hockey player. He was a defenceman, which means he played a position in hockey that helps protect his team's goal. Jim Morrison was also a coach and a scout after his playing days.

He played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for several teams. These teams included the Boston Bruins, Toronto Maple Leafs, Detroit Red Wings, New York Rangers, and Pittsburgh Penguins. His NHL career spanned from 1951 to 1961, and then again from 1969 to 1971. Jim also played in the minor American Hockey League (AHL). His entire hockey career lasted from 1951 to 1973. He was known as a fast skater and a defenceman who could score many goals and assists. This was quite special for a player in his position.

Playing in the AHL

Jim Morrison played eight seasons with the Quebec Aces. He also spent three seasons with the Baltimore Clippers. Both of these teams were part of the American Hockey League. In the 1965–66 season, Jim won the Eddie Shore Award. This award is given to the best defenceman in the AHL.

After His Playing Career

After Jim Morrison stopped playing hockey, he became a coach. He coached the Kitchener Rangers for a short time. Then, he coached the Kingston Canadians (which later became the Kingston Frontenacs) for seven seasons. Later, Jim worked as a scout for the Boston Bruins team for 18 years. A scout finds new talented players for the team. Jim's son, Dave Morrison, also became involved in ice hockey.

Images for kids

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  Jim Morrison in 2013.

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