Former Detroit Red Wings is known for the infamous suspension he had in the past
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Billy Taylor made his mark on NHL history with the Detroit Red Wings but later became infamous due to a lengthy suspension.
On August 28, 1970, NHL President Clarence Campbell reinstated former Detroit Red Wings forward Billy Taylor and ex-Bruin Don Gallinger, who had been banned for life in 1948 after it was confirmed they bet against their team, the Bruins, in a game against the Chicago Blackhawks.
FBI wiretaps of Detroit mobster James Tamer revealed Taylor and Gallinger placed illegal wagers on the Boston Bruins losing. Ironically, Boston won the game 4-2.
Billy Taylor initially denied the allegations but eventually admitted guilt. He was traded to the New York Rangers before the scandal surfaced and hadn't played for a month due to illness when his suspension was announced.
Billy Taylor began his NHL career with the Toronto Maple Leafs, helping them make a historic comeback in the 1942 Stanley Cup Final against the Detroit Red Wings. He joined the Detroit Red Wings in 1946 and set an NHL record with seven assists in a game in 1947.
Despite his success, Billy Taylor was traded to the Bruins in 1947. Detroit GM Jack Adams was unhappy with Billy Taylor's condition at training camp, prompting the trade for Bep Guidolin.
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