The Owen Sound Mercury's

On May 10, 1951, the Owen Sound Mercury's won the Allan Cup, the prize given to the best senior amateur hockey team in Canada. Now, 60 years later, their former stick boy, Cliff Keeling has assembled the 10-year history of this remarkable hockey team. From 1947 to 1957, the Mercury's entertained sports fans with their skill and enthusiasm. From goalie Bobby Gillson (an "outstanding player") to centre man Tom Burlington ("the best player never to play in the NHL") the team was filled with strong, capable players. In addition to a game-by-game rundown of the Mercury's most successful playoff season, Cliff provides overviews and statistics of their years before and after 1951. In addition, he provides a little background information on Owen Sound during that period before television; back when attending a game cost $1 and "hockey was as good as it ever got."