Doug Halward was a Canadian ice hockey player who played as a defenseman in the National Hockey League (NHL) for over a decade. He was born on March 2, 1955, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Halward started his hockey career playing for the Toronto Marlboros in the Ontario Hockey Association (OHA) in the early 1970s. He was then drafted by the Vancouver Canucks in the 1975 NHL Entry Draft.
Halward made his NHL debut in the 1975-76 season with the Canucks. He played for the team for five seasons, from 1975 to 1980. During his time with the Canucks, Halward was known for his physical play and his ability to block shots. He was also a reliable penalty killer and was often used in defensive situations.
In 1980, Halward was traded to the Detroit Red Wings. He played for the Red Wings for three seasons, from 1980 to 1983. During his time with the Red Wings, Halward continued to be a solid defenseman and was a key player on the team's penalty kill.
In 1983, Halward was traded to the Los Angeles Kings. He played for the Kings for four seasons, from 1983 to 1987. During his time with the Kings, Halward was known for his leadership and was often named an alternate captain. He was also a key player on the team's penalty kill and was known for his shot-blocking abilities.
Halward's final NHL season was in 1988-89, when he played for the Pittsburgh Penguins. He played in 47 games for the Penguins that season, scoring one goal and six assists.
Overall, Halward played in 616 NHL games over his career, scoring 28 goals and 116 assists for a total of 144 points. He was known for his physical play, shot-blocking abilities, and his leadership on the ice. After retiring from hockey, Halward worked as a scout for the Kings and later as a coach in the minor leagues.
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