Tom Simpson (ice hockey)

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Tom Simpson
Born (1952-08-12) August 12, 1952 (age 70)
Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada
Height 5 ft 9 in (175 cm)
Weight 195 lb (88 kg; 13 st 13 lb)
Position Right Wing
Shot Right
Played for Ottawa Nationals
Toronto Toros
Edmonton Oilers
Birmingham Bulls
NHL Draft 89th overall, 1972
St. Louis Blues
Playing career 19721981

Tom Simpson (born August 12, 1952) is a Canadian retired professional ice hockey player who played 314 games in the World Hockey Association.

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Career

During his career, Simpson played with the Toronto Toros, Birmingham Bulls, and Edmonton Oilers. Since retiring from hockey, Simpson has worked as a health and safety coordinator.[ citation needed ]

Personal life

Simpson lives in Peterborough, Ontario, and has three sons.

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