William J. Taugher (April 17, 1906 – February 25, 1943) was a Canadian professional ice hockey goaltender. He played from 1925 until 1936, including with the Buffalo Bisons and Rochester Cardinals of the International Hockey League (IHL).
Bill Taugher | |||
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Born | April 17, 1906 | ||
Died | February 25, 1943 | (aged 36)||
Position | Goaltender | ||
Played for |
Hamilton Tigers Buffalo Bisons Rochester Cardinals | ||
Playing career | 1925–1936 |
He then played two seasons with Hamilton Tigers of the CPHL and six seasons with Buffalo Bisons of the IHL. He helped the Bisons win two league titles. He suffered a serious head injury in 1931 after taking a puck to the face. He died at the age of 36 from a brain tumour.[1]
References
edit- ^ Whig Standard Sept 22, 2013
External links
edit- Biographical information and career statistics from Eliteprospects.com, or The Internet Hockey Database