About Johnny Mitchell
Lived 1891 – 1957 (aged 65). Johnny Mitchell was a Canadian ice hockey player.
John Angus "Johnny" Mitchell (November 2, 1895 – March 15, 1957 ) was a Canadian professional ice hockey player. He played with the Regina Capitals of the Western Canada Hockey League in the 1921–22 season. Mitchell then moved to the American Hockey Association where her played for the Duluth Hornets from 1926 to 1934. He also played a brief stint for the Buffalo Americans in the 1930–31 season. Mitchell was also a playing coach for the Hornets in 1931–32.
After his retirement, he continued coaching, serving as head coach of the Springfield Indians from 1938 to 1942, and later with the Providence Reds and St. Louis Flyers.
Mitchell's father came from England and his mother Helgu Pálsdóttur was an Icelandic immigrant to Manitoba. During the 1915–16 season Mitchell was a member of the Winnipeg 61st Battalion team which captured the Allan Cup as amateur champions of Canada.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Johnny Mitchell?
Canadian ice hockey player (1891-1957)
When was Johnny Mitchell born?
Johnny Mitchell was born on 3 December 1891 in Elton.
When did Johnny Mitchell die?
Johnny Mitchell died on 15 March 1957 in Fort Worth, Texas.
What was Johnny Mitchell's occupation?
Johnny Mitchell was an ice hockey player.
What nationality was Johnny Mitchell?
Johnny Mitchell was Canadian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Mitchell (ice hockey, born 1895)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Johnny Mitchell. https://biography.guide/johnny-mitchell/
MLA: "Johnny Mitchell." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/johnny-mitchell/.
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