Harvey took over the captaincy of the Habs when Rocket Richard retired from the sport and he remained a star in the league. Harvey likely did not get into the Hall immediately and had to wait the three year mandatory wait likely due to his criticism of the infrastructure of the NHL and the lack of pay that the players got. He was secretly blacklisted in some circles, and his jersey was not retired until 1985 by Montreal. Doug Harvey is one of those players that today’s generation should remember in higher regard.
The Bullet Points:
Country of Origin:
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Elected In:
1973
Position:
Defence
Played for:
Montreal Canadians
New York Rangers
Detroit Red Wings
St. Louis Blues
Major Accolades and Awards:
Norris Trophy (7) (1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1960, 1961 & 1962)
First Team All Star (10) (1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1960, 1961 & 1962)
Second Team All Star (1) (1959)
All Star Games (13) (1951, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962 & 1969)
Stanley Cup Rings (6) (Montreal Canadians 1953, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959 & 1960)
Should Doug Harvey be in the Hall of Fame?
I totally agree with this induction. - 0%
I am fine with this induction. - 0%
I do not agree with this induction, but it does not bother me. - 0%
No opinion. - 0%
Kick him out! - 100%
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