Howie Meeker Wins 1947 Calder Trophy for NHL Rookie of the Year
The 1947 article by Syd Thomas discusses Howie Meeker, a notable rookie for the Toronto Maple Leafs, who won the Calder Memorial Trophy during the 1946-47 NHL season. Meeker, who had previously faced serious injuries while serving in World War II, demonstrated exceptional skill on the ice. He collected 49 points in voting among 18 hockey writers and sportscasters, significantly outpacing his closest competitor, Jimmy Conacher of the Detroit Red Wings, who garnered only 13 points. Meeker's contributions included a commendable performance with 27 goals and 18 assists, positioning him third among Toronto scorers and fifteenth in the league overall. The article notes Toronto's dominance in the Calder Trophy awards, with Maple Leaf players claiming the honor four times in five years.