Born: | March 14, 1925 |
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Died: | November 11, 2018 93) | (aged
Career information | |
CFL status | National |
Position(s) | HB |
Height | 6 ft 0 in (183 cm) |
Weight | 190 lb (86 kg) |
Career history | |
As player | |
1945 – 1952 | Toronto Argonauts |
Career highlights and awards | |
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