John Mahaffy facts for kids
John Mahaffy (born July 18, 1918 – died May 2, 2015) was a Canadian professional ice hockey player. He played as a centre and was part of the National Hockey League (NHL). During his career, he played 37 games for two famous teams: the New York Rangers and the Montreal Canadiens. Mahaffy was born in Montreal, Quebec, and lived to be 96 years old.
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Who Was John Mahaffy?
John Mahaffy was an ice hockey player from Canada. He was known for playing in the centre position. This role is very important in hockey. Centre players usually lead the team's attack. They also help defend their own goal.
Early Life and Hockey Start
John Mahaffy was born in Montreal, Quebec. This city is famous for its love of hockey. Many great players come from Montreal. It is likely that John started playing hockey at a young age. Like many Canadian kids, he probably spent hours on the ice.
Playing in the NHL
Mahaffy joined the National Hockey League (NHL). This is the top professional ice hockey league in North America. Playing in the NHL is a big achievement for any hockey player. He played for two well-known teams. These were the New York Rangers and the Montreal Canadiens. The Montreal Canadiens are one of the oldest and most successful teams in hockey history. Even though he played only 37 games, being part of these teams was a significant part of his career.
Life After Hockey
After his time playing professional hockey, John Mahaffy lived a long life. He was married to Angie Péloquin. John Mahaffy passed away on May 2, 2015. He was 96 years old when he died.
Learn More About John Mahaffy
If you want to find out more about John Mahaffy's hockey career, you can check these links:
- John Mahaffy's career stats at The Internet Hockey Database
- John Mahaffy's biography at Legends of Hockey
