Ted Hodgson facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Ted Hodgson |
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Hodgson in 1972–73
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| Born | June 30, 1945 Maskwacis, Alberta, Canada |
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| Height | 5 ft 11 in (180 cm) | ||
| Weight | 185 lb (84 kg; 13 st 3 lb) | ||
| Position | Right wing | ||
| Shot | Right | ||
| Played for | Boston Bruins Chicago Black Hawks Detroit Red Wings |
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| Playing career | 1965–1977 | ||
Edward James "Ted" Hodgson was born on June 30, 1945. He is a Canadian former professional ice hockey player who played as a forward. Ted played a few games in the top league, the National Hockey League (NHL), for the Boston Bruins during the 1966–67 season. He also played 107 games in another major league called the World Hockey Association (WHA) with the Cleveland Crusaders and Los Angeles Sharks between 1972 and 1974. Most of his career, which lasted from 1965 to 1977, was spent playing in different minor hockey leagues.
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Ted Hodgson's Early Life
Ted Hodgson was born in Maskwacis, Alberta, Canada. Like many Canadian kids, he likely grew up loving hockey and dreaming of playing professionally.
Playing in the Big Leagues
Ted Hodgson got to play in two of the biggest hockey leagues in North America during his career.
National Hockey League (NHL) Experience
In the 1966–67 season, Ted played four games for the Boston Bruins in the National Hockey League. The NHL is known as the top professional ice hockey league in the world. Even playing a few games there is a big achievement for any hockey player.
World Hockey Association (WHA) Years
Later in his career, Ted joined the World Hockey Association. This league was a rival to the NHL for a few years in the 1970s. He played for two teams in the WHA:
- The Cleveland Crusaders
- The Los Angeles Sharks
He played over 100 games in the WHA, showing his skill and dedication to the sport.
Life After Hockey
After his hockey career ended in 1977, Ted Hodgson continued his life. In 1996, he moved to England. There, he married Margret Julianne, who is from France.
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