The Muskegon Zephyrs were a

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professional

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team in the International Hockey League from 1960 to 1965. Muskegon were Turner Cup champions in 1962. In 1962–63, Zephyrs defenceman Gerry Glaude became the first defenceman in pro hockey history to score 100 points in one season.Hockey’s Book of Firsts, p.20, James Duplacey, JG Press, For the first four seasons, the team was coached by

Moose Lallo Morris G. "Moose" Lallo (also known as Maurice; September 25, 1924September 1, 2020), was a Canadian ice hockey player, coach, and general manager. He played in over 1000 professional games during 19 seasons in the minor leagues. He played on ...

. Lallo was replaced by

Lorne Davis Lorne Austin Davis (July 20, 1930 – December 20, 2007) was a Canadian ice hockey player, and later a scout. He played for four teams in the National Hockey League between 1951 and 1960, with the rest of his career spent in the minor leagues. Aft ...

prior to the start of the 1964–65 season, although, Lallo continued to play for the team. After the completion of the 1964–65 season, the team was renamed the

Muskegon Mohawks The Muskegon Mohawks were a minor league professional ice hockey team in the International Hockey League from 1965 to 1984. Muskegon were Turner Cup champions in 1968. This team was originally named the Muskegon Zephyrs. After the completion of ...

Season-by-season results

References

Hockeydb.com ''Muskegon Zephyrs Statistics''
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