122. Jim Neilson
Jim Neilson spent the majority of his career with the New York Rangers where he studied under the great Doug Harvey and mentored a young Brad Park. Part Cree, “Chief” was an underrated presence in the league but he did represent the Rangers twice in the All-Star Game and was named a Second Team All Star in the 1967-68 season. Neilson would finish in the top five in Norris Trophy balloting twice.
The Bullet Points
- Country of Origin: Big River, Saskatchewan, Canada
- Eligible Since: Thursday, 01 January 1981
- Position: Defence
- Played For: California Golden Seals, Cleveland Barons, New York Rangers
- Non-NHL Teams: Edmonton Oilers (WHA)
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Major Accolades and Awards:
Second Team All-Star (1) (1968)
All-Star (2) (1967 & 1971)
Stanley Cup Rings (None)
Should Jim Neilson be in the Hall of Fame?
Definitely put him in! - 100%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 0%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 0%
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