Toronto Lions Explained

Team:Toronto Lions
Operated:1931 to 1939
Arena:Maple Leaf Gardens

The Toronto Lions were a junior ice hockey team in the Ontario Hockey Association from 1931 to 1939. They played at Maple Leaf Gardens in Toronto and were coached by Eddie Livingstone. The team was previously known as the Victorias, and changed their name in 1931 when they became affiliated with the Lions Club.

Lions centre Jimmy Good won the OHA scoring title in 1934-35, playing with future Hockey Hall of Fame inductee Gordie Drillon on his wing. Three alumni of the Toronto Lions graduated to play in the National Hockey League: Drillon, Charlie Phillips, and Lefty Wilson.[1]

Yearly results

Results prior to 1937–38 unavailable.

Season Games Won Lost Tied Points Pct % Goals
For
Goals
Against
Standing
1937–3811110020.09122727th OHA
1938–3914113020.07124764th Group 2

Notes and References

  1. Web site: NHL Player Search -- Players by Team -- Toronto Lions. Legends of Hockey. Hockey Hall of Fame. 2019-11-23.