Ray Neufeld facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Ray Neufeld |
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| Born | April 15, 1959 St. Boniface, Manitoba, Canada |
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| Height | 6 ft 3 in (191 cm) | ||
| Weight | 210 lb (95 kg; 15 st 0 lb) | ||
| Position | Right wing | ||
| Shot | Right | ||
| Played for | Hartford Whalers Winnipeg Jets Boston Bruins |
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| NHL Draft | 81st overall, 1979 Hartford Whalers |
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| Playing career | 1979–1990 | ||
Raymond Matthew Neufeld, born on April 15, 1959, is a Canadian who used to play professional ice hockey. He was a right winger, which is a player who skates on the right side of the ice. Ray started his life in Winkler, Manitoba.
Today, he works in the oil industry. He also stays involved with hockey by helping scout young players in Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba. Before that, he was a radio commentator for the Winnipeg Jets games. He also helped coach and manage the Winnipeg Blues, a junior hockey team.
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Ray Neufeld's Hockey Journey
Starting with the Whalers
Ray Neufeld began his professional hockey career with the Hartford Whalers. He played for the Whalers for several years.
Moving to the Jets
On November 21, 1985, Ray was traded to the Winnipeg Jets. This trade involved another player named Dave Babych. Ray played for the Jets for a few seasons.
Finishing with the Bruins
Later, on December 30, 1988, Ray was traded again. This time, he went to the Boston Bruins in exchange for Moe Lemay. Ray finished his professional playing career with the Bruins about two years later, in 1990.
More About Ray
Ray Neufeld has stayed connected to the world of hockey even after he stopped playing professionally. He uses his experience to help find new talent. This shows his lasting passion for the sport.
External Links
- Ray Neufeld's profile at Hockey Draft Central
