Clark Hamilton (January 12, 1955 - August 19, 2022) was a former professional ice hockey player. Hamilton was selected in the third round by the Detroit Red Wings in the 1975 NHL Amateur Draft, and he was also selected in the third round by the Indianapolis Racers in the 1975 WHA Amateur Draft.
Clark Ian Hamilton | |||
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Born |
(1955-01-12) January 12, 1955 (age 67) Etobicoke, Ontario, Canada | ||
Died | August 19, 2022(2022-08-19) (aged 67) | ||
Height | 6 ft 3 in (191 cm) | ||
Weight | 190 lb (86 kg; 13 st 8 lb) | ||
Position | Centre | ||
Shot | Left | ||
Played for |
Kansas City Red Wings (CHL) Cincinnati Stingers (CHL) Erie Blades (EHL) | ||
National team |
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NHL Draft |
50th overall, 1975 Detroit Red Wings | ||
WHA Draft |
32nd overall, 1975 Indianapolis Racers | ||
Playing career | 1977–1980 |
Hamilton was born in Etobicoke, Ontario and grew up in the Islington neighbourhood. Prior to becoming a professional hockey player, Hamilton played four seasons of NCAA hockey with Notre Dame. As a professional, Hamilton played 97 games in the CHL with the Kansas City Red Wings (1977–79) and Cincinnati Stingers (1979–80). Hamilton also played 40 games in the EHL with the Erie Blades during the 1979-80 season.
Clark (Hammy...and he was known by his friends) passed away in Plano Texas on August 19, 2022.