“Most kids today slap the puck. The backhand takes time to learn. It's not something you do naturally. But it is an effective shot.”

— Dave Keon

Quoted in Kevin Shea, "One on One with Dave Keon," http://www.legendsofhockey.net/html/spot_oneononep198602.htm Legends of Hockey.net (2002-04-15)

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Canadian ice hockey player 1940

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