Cecil (Tiny) Thompson

(May 31, 1903 — Feb. 9, 1981)

Born in Sandon, B.C., he had a stellar playing career as a goaltender over 10 seasons with Boston Bruins and two with Detroit Red Wings. . . . With Boston, he won four Vezina Trophies, and a Stanley Cup in his rookie season (1928-29). . . . First NHL goaltender to be credited with an assist (1936). . . . Holds Bruins’ record for career shutouts (74). . . . After retiring as player, coached two seasons (1940-42) with AHL’s Buffalo Bisons before serving in Royal Canadian Air Force. . . . Joined Chicago Black Hawks as chief western scout in 1945 and was there through 1976-77. . . . Nicknamed Tiny in minor hockey where, as a teenager, he was tallest player (5-foot-10) on his team. . . . Inducted into Hockey Hall of Fame in 1959.