Billy Creighton

William David Creighton (July 13, 1892 – February 2, 1970[1]) was a professional ice hockey player from Kenora, Ontario. He played left wing, and point (defence) for the Quebec Bulldogs. In 1912–13 he helped Quebec win the Stanley Cup, as a substitute player.[2] He played four games with the Montreal Canadiens in 1917 before joining the Toronto Blueshirts. In the Canadiens records, he is referred to as Dave Creighton.[3]

Billy Creighton
Creighton as a Quebec Bulldog in 1913
Born (1892-07-13)July 13, 1892
Kenora, Ontario, Canada
Died February 2, 1970(1970-02-02) (aged 77)
Height 5 ft 7 in (170 cm)
Weight 160 lb (73 kg; 11 st 6 lb)
Position Left wing/Point
Shot Left
Played for Quebec Bulldogs
Montreal Canadiens
Playing career 19101928

References

  1. "Player Death Index - 1970". www.sihrhockey.org. Retrieved 10 May 2018.
  2. "Le Club "Quebec" Champion Mondial Du Hockey – W. Creighton, réserve" (banq.qc.ca). Le Soleil (Quebec). March 12, 1913 (pg. 3). Retrieved 2022-09-20.
  3. ourhistory.canadiens.com
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