Joe Krol

Joe Krol (August 13, 1915 – October 26, 1993) was a Canadian professional ice hockey left winger who played 26 games in the National Hockey League with the New York Rangers and Brooklyn Americans in the late 30s, and early 40s. He was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

He played junior hockey for the Winnipeg Columbus Club, Selkirk Fishermen, and the Winnipeg Monarchs from 1932 to 1935. He won the Memorial Cup in 1935 with the Monarchs.

Krol turned pro with the New York Rovers in 1935-36 and then played for the Philadelphia Ramblers from 1936 to 1940. Through this period he was called up for a couple of games with the New York Rangers, scoring a goal and an assist.

In 1941-42 he was called up to the Brooklyn Americans and played in 24 games and scored 9 goals and 3 assists.

Krol finished off his career with the Vancouver RCAF and Winnipeg RCAF teams and retired in 1944.

Awards & Achievements

 * Manitoba Junior Hockey League Championship (1935)
 * Turnbull Cup (MAHA) Championship (1935)
 * Abbott Cup Championship (1935)
 * Memorial Cup Championship (1935)
 * EAHL First All-Star Team (1936)