Lorne Davis

LORNE DAVIS

(July 20, 1930 — Dec. 20, 2007)

From Regina, he is mostly recognized for 29 seasons on Edmonton Oilers’ scouting staff. Started with 10 seasons with St. Louis Blues, beginning in 1966. Also worked with WHA’s Houston Aeros and NHL’s New York Rangers. . . . Joined Oilers for 1979-80 and stayed until his death. Was on the Oilers’ staff for five Stanley Cup titles — 1984-85-87-88-90. . . . Had 15-season pro career as a player, winning a Stanley Cup with 1952-53 Montreal Canadiens. Also played with Chicago Black Hawks, Detroit Red Wings and Boston Bruins. . . . Won bronze medal playing with Canada at the 1966 World championship and was one of Canada’s co-coaches at the 1980 Olympic Winter Games. . . . Inducted into Regina Sports Hall of Fame in 2003.