Kent Douglas was a Canadian professional ice hockey player who played as a defenseman in the National Hockey League (NHL) for ten seasons. He was born on November 6, 1936, in Cobalt, Ontario, Canada, and began his hockey career in the Ontario Hockey Association (OHA) with the St. Michael's Majors.
In 1962, Douglas was signed by the Toronto Maple Leafs, where he played for four seasons. During his time with the Maple Leafs, he won the Calder Memorial Trophy as the NHL's rookie of the year in 1963. He also helped the team win the Stanley Cup in 1963 and 1964.
In 1966, Douglas was traded to the expansion team, the Oakland Seals, where he played for two seasons. He then played for the Detroit Red Wings for two seasons before being traded to the New York Rangers in 1970. With the Rangers, he played for two seasons before retiring from professional hockey in 1973.
Throughout his career, Douglas was known for his strong defensive play and his ability to move the puck up the ice. He was also known for his physical play and was not afraid to drop the gloves when necessary.
After retiring from professional hockey, Douglas became a successful businessman and owned several car dealerships in the Toronto area. He also remained involved in hockey and served as a scout for the Maple Leafs for several years.
In 2003, Douglas was inducted into the Ontario Sports Hall of Fame in recognition of his contributions to the sport of hockey. He passed away on March 12, 2009, at the age of 72.
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