About Bill Taugher
Lived 1906 – 1943 (aged 36). Bill Taugher was a Canadian ice hockey player.
William J. Taugher (April 17, 1906 – February 25, 1943) was a Canadian professional ice hockey goaltender. He played from 1925 until 1936, including with the Buffalo Bisons and Rochester Cardinals of the International Hockey League (IHL).
He then played two seasons with Hamilton Tigers of the CPHL and six seasons with Buffalo Bisons of the IHL. He helped the Bisons win two league titles. He suffered a serious head injury in 1931 after taking a puck to the face. He died at the age of 36 from a brain tumour.
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Who was Bill Taugher?
Canadian ice hockey player (1906-1943)
When was Bill Taugher born?
Bill Taugher was born on 17 April 1906.
When did Bill Taugher die?
Bill Taugher died on 25 February 1943.
What was Bill Taugher's occupation?
Bill Taugher was an ice hockey player.
What nationality was Bill Taugher?
Bill Taugher was Canadian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bill Taugher. https://biography.guide/bill-taugher/
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