Featured Inductee: Oshawa Generals Hockey Teams - 1938/39 and 1939/40 - Hockey

Year Inducted: 1990

More about Oshawa Generals Hockey Teams - 1938/39 and 1939/40:
General Motors began sponsoring the Oshawa Junior Hockey Club in 1937/38 and initiated an association which would bring seven consecutive OHA championships beginning in 1938.  Of particular importance, the 1938/39 and 1939/40 teams became the elite of junior hockey by also bringing to Oshawa their first prized Memorial Cups. In 1938/39, in a final fifth game, they defeated Edmonton 4-2 at Maple Leaf Gardens, employing a fantastic team effort.  In 1939/40, again with superb team play, they defeated the Kenora Thistles three games to one.  In both these Memorial Cup years, Oshawa welcomed the champions home with exuberant crowds and gala celebrations, and they became the pride of Oshawa. Team Members 1938/39 and 1939/40:  Don Daniels, Nick Knott, Jud McAtee (Captain 1939/40), Norm McAtee, Dinny McManus, Gar Pewters, George Ritchie, Roy Sawyer, Orville Smith; J.B. Highfield, President; C.E. McTavish, Vice President, Neil Hezzelwood, Secretary; S.E. McTavish, Treasurer; Tracy Shaw, Coach; Matt Leyden, Manager; Sam Johnson, Trainer; Harry Tresise, Stick Boy. Team Members 1938/39 Only:  Les Colvin, Joe Delmonte, Jim Drummond, Gerry Kinsella, Billy Taylor, Captain W. Pearson, Executive. Team Members 1939/40 Only:  Frank Eddolls, Bud Hellyer, Jack Hewson, Doug Turner, Ron Wilson, Wally Wilson, T.H. Coppin, Executive, Buddy Taylor, Mascot.