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Alex Nicholson (ice hockey)

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Alex Nicholson
Born Alexander Nicholson
(1923-05-17)May 17, 1923
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Died June 19, 2009(2009-06-19) (aged 86)
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Position Goaltender
Caught Right
Played for Toledo Mercurys
New York Rangers
Playing career 1948–1950

Alexander "Alex" Nicholson (May 17, 1923 – June 19, 2009) was a Canadian professional ice hockey goaltender.

Career

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Nicholson led the goaltending average for the Toledo Mercurys where he played from 1948 through 1950.[1] He played in three National Hockey League exhibition games for the New York Rangers.

Personal life

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Nicholson died in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, on June 19, 2009, at the age of 86.[2]

References

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  1. ^ "International Hockey League (1945-1949)". Hockey League History.
  2. ^ "Alexander 'Bun' Nicholson Obituary". Winnipeg Free Press. June 26, 2009.