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He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1986.
15 Interesting Facts About David Keon
A legendary center known for his speed and defensive skill, he led the Toronto Maple Leafs to four Stanley Cups and was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame.
Position
Centre
Jersey
#14
Status
Retired
Teams
6
Facts
15
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He won the Calder Memorial Trophy as the league's top rookie in his first NHL season.
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He won the Lady Byng Memorial Trophy twice for being the most gentlemanly player.
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He was named to the NHL second All-Star team twice during his career.
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He was named the greatest player in Toronto Maple Leafs history as part of their centennial celebrations.
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He won the Conn Smythe Trophy as playoff MVP in 1967, shutting down an opposing star center.
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He was considered one of the fastest skaters and best defensive forwards of his era.
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He served as captain of the Toronto Maple Leafs for six seasons.
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He once set an NHL record for most shorthanded goals scored in a single season.
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His eight points are the fewest ever by a non-goalie Conn Smythe winner.
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His jersey number 14 was retired by the Toronto Maple Leafs in 2016.
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He was commemorated as one of the 100 Greatest NHL Players in 2017.
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He played for three different World Hockey Association teams during his career.
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He became the Toronto Maple Leafs' all-time leading goal scorer in November 1972.
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He was the last active player who played a full season in the Original Six era.
About David Keon
David Michael Keon was a highly skilled Canadian professional ice hockey center who played for 23 seasons, primarily with the Toronto Maple Leafs. A four-time Stanley Cup champion and Calder Memorial Trophy winner, he was renowned for his speed and defensive prowess, earning induction into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1986. He was later named the greatest player in Maple Leafs history.
Career Achievements & Milestones
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Calder Memorial Trophy
1961
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Lady Byng Memorial Trophy
1962, 1963
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Stanley Cup Champion
1962, 1963, 1964, 1967
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Conn Smythe Trophy
1967
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Hockey Hall of Fame Induction
1986
Player Information & Stats
Detailed career statistics and background information about David Keon.
Player Info
Country: Canada
Position: Centre
Jersey #: 14
Status: Retired
Age: 85 years old
Physical Stats
Height: 5' 9" (175 cm)
Weight: 163 lbs (74 kg)
Born: Noranda, Quebec
Career Stats
Seasons: 23
Goals: 498
Assists: 779
Points: 1277
Teams: 6
Hall of Fame: ✓ Inducted
Teams & Career
Sudbury Wolves Toronto Maple Leafs Minnesota Fighting Saints Indianapolis Racers New England Whalers Hartford Whalers
David Keon played for 6 different teams during his 23 seasons career.