John Douglas Andrew Lidster (born October 18, 1960 in Kamloops, British Columbia) is a retired Canadian ice hockey defenceman who played in the NHL. An offensive-minded rearguard, Lidster was known as an excellent power play quarterback who constantly helped his team's transition game with his ability to carry the puck out of his own zone. Lidster was selected by the Vancouver Canucks in the 7th round of the 1980 NHL Entry Draft (133rd overall). Wikipedia
The resignation of Doug Lidster as coach of the Saginaw Spirit following a confrontation with one of his players is a controversial topic in OHL circles. slam.canoe.ca/Slam/Hockey/Junior/2004/11/28/738655.html
... search Player Name: Doug Lidster Defense Born Oct 18 1960 -- Kamloops, BC Height 6.01 -- Weight 200 -- Shoots R Selected by Vancouver Canucks round 7 133 overall 1980 NHL Entry ... www.hockeydb.com/ihdb/stats/pdisplay.php3?pid%5B%5D=3145
Lidster later acknowledged this physical contact was "totally inappropriate" and said he regretted the action. www.hockeydraftcentral.com/1980/80133.html
Doug Lidster was a superior offensive defenceman who played nearly 900 games for three different clubs. www.legendsofhockey.net:8080/LegendsOfHockey/jsp/SearchPl...
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