George Redding (March 6, 1900 – October 17, 1974) was a Canadian professional

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. He played 33 games for the

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of the

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over two seasons, 1924–25 and 1925–26. The rest of his career, which lasted from 1921 to 1932, was spent in different minor leagues.

Playing career

Redding once filled in as the Bruins goaltender when regular netminder

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was injured during a game against the Toronto St. Pats. He allowed 1 goal in 10 minutes of play to give him a career

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of 5.45. Redding played a total of 33 career

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games at his regular left wing position.

Coaching career

Redding coached the Hamilton Tigers in the OHA Senior A League, and credited journalist Ivan Miller for originating the "Tattered Tigers" nickname in 1945, referring to old uniforms worn by the team on route to reaching the

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finals.

Career statistics

Regular season and playoffs

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