About Neil Armstrong
Lived 1932 – 2020 (aged 87). Neil Armstrong was a Canadian ice hockey player and NHL.
David Neil Armstrong (December 20, 1932 – December 6, 2020) was a Canadian professional ice hockey linesman and an Honoured Member of the Hockey Hall of Fame.
Early life Armstrong was born in Plympton, Ontario. He began playing minor hockey in Galt, Ontario, and was offered a chance to officiate games. Armstrong accepted and later earned his Ontario Hockey Association certification.
In total, Armstrong officiated a total of 1,744 games and retired in 1978. After retiring, he became a scout for the Montreal Canadiens. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame as an official in 1991.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Neil Armstrong?
Canadian ice hockey official (1932–2020)
When was Neil Armstrong born?
Neil Armstrong was born on 20 December 1932 in Plympton–Wyoming.
When did Neil Armstrong die?
Neil Armstrong died on 6 December 2020 in Sarnia.
What was Neil Armstrong's occupation?
Neil Armstrong was an ice hockey player and NHL.
What nationality was Neil Armstrong?
Neil Armstrong was Canadian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Neil Armstrong (ice hockey)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Neil Armstrong. https://biography.guide/neil-armstrong-ice-hockey-player/
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