Keith Allen was a Canadian professional ice hockey player and executive who had a long and successful career in the sport. He was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba in 1925 and began his career in the junior leagues of the province. He was a standout player and was eventually signed by the Detroit Red Wings in 1953.

Allen played for the Red Wings for four seasons, and during that time he was named to the NHL All-Star team twice. He was then traded to the Philadelphia Flyers in 1967, and he became the team's first coach. He led the Flyers to the Stanley Cup Finals in 1974 and 1975, and he was named the NHL's Coach of the Year in 1974.

After his coaching career, Allen became the Flyers' general manager and president. He was responsible for signing many of the team's star players, including Bobby Clarke, Bernie Parent, and Bill Barber. He also helped the team win back-to-back Stanley Cup championships in 1974 and 1975.

Allen was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1992, and he was also inducted into the Flyers Hall of Fame in 1988. He was known for his intelligence and leadership, and he was a respected figure in the hockey community. He was a pioneer in the sport, and his contributions to the game will be remembered for years to come.

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