About Jack Douglas
Lived 1930 – 2003 (aged 72). Jack Douglas was a Canadian ice hockey player.
John Douglas (April 24, 1930 – January 12, 2003) was a Canadian ice hockey defenceman who competed in the 1960 Winter Olympics.
Early life Douglas was born in Trenton, Ontario. He played junior hockey with Pembroke Lumber Kings.
Career Douglas won the silver medal at the 1960 Winter Olympics in ice hockey. He also played for Indianapolis Chiefs, Chatham Maroons, and Pittsburgh Hornets. Douglas played one match in the American Hockey League and 119 matches in the International Hockey League. Throughout his hockey career, he was known for his "six inch slapper," a powerful slapshot performed by moving his stick only six inches.
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Who was Jack Douglas?
Canadian ice hockey player
When was Jack Douglas born?
Jack Douglas was born on 24 April 1930 in Trenton.
When did Jack Douglas die?
Jack Douglas died on 12 January 2003.
What was Jack Douglas's occupation?
Jack Douglas was an ice hockey player.
What nationality was Jack Douglas?
Jack Douglas was Canadian.
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· DBpedia: Jack Douglas (ice hockey)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jack Douglas. https://biography.guide/jack-douglas-ice-hockey-player/
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