Douglas Wilson (hockey player)
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Doug Wilson (born July 5, 1957 in Ottawa, Ontario) was a Canadian professional ice hockey defenseman. After playing junior hockey for the Ottawa 67's in the Ontario Hockey Association, Doug was drafted 6th overall in the 1977 NHL Entry Draft. He then played 14 seasons with the Chicago Blackhawks and two years for the San Jose Sharks in the National Hockey League. He retired from the Sharks after the 1993 season.
Doug won the 1982 James Norris Memorial Trophy for being the most outstanding defenseman of the year in the NHL.
Doug is currently the general manager of the San Jose Sharks.
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Preceded by: new creation |
San Jose Sharks captains 1991-93 |
Succeeded by: Bob Errey |
Preceded by: Randy Carlyle |
Winner of the Norris Trophy 1982 |
Succeeded by: Rod Langway |
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