Jim Neilson

Canadian ice hockey defenseman.
Died on Friday November 6th 2020

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@Jim_MullinTSN: RT @dana_neilson: Once again, Kevin Mitchell has done our family proud in his telling of our dad’s story. Thank you @kmitchsp Saying good… - 4 years ago

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@robert_rheault: RT @HowieRose: Emile Francis, Ed Giacomin, Brad Park, Jean Ratelle, Vic Hadfield, Rod Gilbert, Walt Tkaczuk, Steve Vickers, Bill Fairbairn,… - 4 years ago

@crichsports: RT @dana_neilson: Once again, Kevin Mitchell has done our family proud in his telling of our dad’s story. Thank you @kmitchsp Saying good… - 4 years ago

@ParkSlopePile: RT @dana_neilson: Once again, Kevin Mitchell has done our family proud in his telling of our dad’s story. Thank you @kmitchsp Saying good… - 4 years ago

@sigg20: RT @dana_neilson: Once again, Kevin Mitchell has done our family proud in his telling of our dad’s story. Thank you @kmitchsp Saying good… - 4 years ago

@Yougottabeleaf1: RT @pkstrk: Jim Neilson at work at MSG in 1963, with Leaf captain George Armstrong and Gump Worsley. - 4 years ago

@lovesaskatchewa: @pythesportsguy @TheTimDonovan @RodBlackTSN @lisabowes @Bobthemediaguy I am pretty sure Jim Neilson was born in Big… - 4 years ago

@Yougottabeleaf1: RT @Dave_Stubbs: Best Jim Neilson story ever: Late writing icon Red Fisher coveted a First Nations painting owned by Glen Sather. Slats pro… - 4 years ago

@metsno1fan: RT @HowieRose: Emile Francis, Ed Giacomin, Brad Park, Jean Ratelle, Vic Hadfield, Rod Gilbert, Walt Tkaczuk, Steve Vickers, Bill Fairbairn,… - 4 years ago

@garnet_elmer: @Dave_Stubbs @HockeyHallFame @NHLdotcom And let us hope that one day soon, Jim Neilson will be posthumously admitted... . - 4 years ago

@MetsBob: Condolences to all @NYRangers fans. #TheChief Jim Neilson, former Rangers defenseman, dead at 79 - 4 years ago

@MacadamAl: Jim Neilson, who went from a P.A. orphanage to the NHL, dies at age 78 - 4 years ago

@drrob212: RT @HowieRose: Emile Francis, Ed Giacomin, Brad Park, Jean Ratelle, Vic Hadfield, Rod Gilbert, Walt Tkaczuk, Steve Vickers, Bill Fairbairn,… - 4 years ago

@Hockeypuck219: @NYP_Brooksie Larry ... another great summary about the Rangers today but more importantly a great tribute to Jim… - 4 years ago

@ChuckJohnson56: RT @HowieRose: Emile Francis, Ed Giacomin, Brad Park, Jean Ratelle, Vic Hadfield, Rod Gilbert, Walt Tkaczuk, Steve Vickers, Bill Fairbairn,… - 4 years ago

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@MatthewBlittner: RT @HowieRose: Emile Francis, Ed Giacomin, Brad Park, Jean Ratelle, Vic Hadfield, Rod Gilbert, Walt Tkaczuk, Steve Vickers, Bill Fairbairn,… - 4 years ago

@George_the_3rd: RT @dana_neilson: Once again, Kevin Mitchell has done our family proud in his telling of our dad’s story. Thank you @kmitchsp Saying good… - 4 years ago

@RSFNYR: RT @HowieRose: Emile Francis, Ed Giacomin, Brad Park, Jean Ratelle, Vic Hadfield, Rod Gilbert, Walt Tkaczuk, Steve Vickers, Bill Fairbairn,… - 4 years ago

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@Edmontonsun: Al Hamilton recalls talents of former Edmonton Oilers defenceman Jim Neilson - 4 years ago

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@FireRand: RT @TheStarPhoenix: Saying goodbye: Jim Neilson, who went from orphanage to NHL, left a big legacy - 4 years ago

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@MartPerlmutter: @NYP_Brooksie Just read today’s article Larry. Jim Neilson was one of the tough guys. I got Chief’s autograph at a… - 4 years ago

@LaLaKristiansen: RT @TheStarPhoenix: ICYMI: Saying goodbye: Jim Neilson, who went from orphanage to NHL, left a big legacy - 4 years ago

@TheStarPhoenix: ICYMI: Saying goodbye: Jim Neilson, who went from orphanage to NHL, left a big legacy - 4 years ago

@Cooch34: RT @dana_neilson: Once again, Kevin Mitchell has done our family proud in his telling of our dad’s story. Thank you @kmitchsp Saying good… - 4 years ago

@sigg20: RT @dana_neilson: Once again, Kevin Mitchell has done our family proud in his telling of our dad’s story. Thank you @kmitchsp Saying good… - 4 years ago

@FervorCoulee: RT @edmontonjournal: Al Hamilton recalls talents of former Edmonton Oilers defenceman Jim Neilson #yeg - 4 years ago

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@edmontonjournal: Al Hamilton recalls talents of former Edmonton Oilers defenceman Jim Neilson #yeg - 4 years ago

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@2015Stalog17: RT @dana_neilson: Once again, Kevin Mitchell has done our family proud in his telling of our dad’s story. Thank you @kmitchsp Saying good… - 4 years ago

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@DeSoto327KofC: RT @AMCMBChiefs: We are saddened to hear of the passing of Jim Neilson. The AMC offers condolences to his family and friends. - 4 years ago

@DeSoto327KofC: RT @PARaidersHockey: The Raiders were saddened to learn of the passing of local hockey legend and Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame inductee… - 4 years ago

@Lure132: RT @sigg20: A great Article and Video on Long Time and Popular NY Ranger Defenseman Jim Neilson.#NYR #NHL #RIPJimNeilson - 4 years ago

@RNYRF: RT @dana_neilson: Once again, Kevin Mitchell has done our family proud in his telling of our dad’s story. Thank you @kmitchsp Saying good… - 4 years ago

@PeterNY15: RT @dana_neilson: Once again, Kevin Mitchell has done our family proud in his telling of our dad’s story. Thank you @kmitchsp Saying good… - 4 years ago

@SHERWOODHKEGS: Saying goodbye: Jim Neilson, who went from orphanage to NHL, left a big legacy. - 4 years ago

@sigg20: A great Article and Video on Long Time and Popular NY Ranger Defenseman Jim Neilson.#NYR #NHL #RIPJimNeilson - 4 years ago

@ScottyHockey: RT @dana_neilson: Once again, Kevin Mitchell has done our family proud in his telling of our dad’s story. Thank you @kmitchsp Saying good… - 4 years ago

@craig_macfie: RT @TheStarPhoenix: Saying goodbye: Jim Neilson, who went from orphanage to NHL, left a big legacy - 4 years ago

@vinniemackenzie: RT @dana_neilson: Once again, Kevin Mitchell has done our family proud in his telling of our dad’s story. Thank you @kmitchsp Saying good… - 4 years ago

@MatthewBlittner: RT @dana_neilson: Once again, Kevin Mitchell has done our family proud in his telling of our dad’s story. Thank you @kmitchsp Saying good… - 4 years ago

@hockeenight: RT @dana_neilson: Once again, Kevin Mitchell has done our family proud in his telling of our dad’s story. Thank you @kmitchsp Saying good… - 4 years ago

@TJProvincial: Saying goodbye: Jim Neilson went from orphanage to NHL - 4 years ago

@kmitchsp: RT @dana_neilson: Once again, Kevin Mitchell has done our family proud in his telling of our dad’s story. Thank you @kmitchsp Saying good… - 4 years ago

@dana_neilson: Once again, Kevin Mitchell has done our family proud in his telling of our dad’s story. Thank you @kmitchsp Sayin… - 4 years ago

@StiffPhillips: "We played a lot of shinny; you learned how to stick-handle, handle the puck, you were turning, skating. Nothing li… - 4 years ago

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@ste34678: RT @sigg20: “Old Days”Gilles Villemure holds on to the Puck as Jim Neilson,Walt Tkaczuk and Brad Park look on as Bobby Orr looms during an… - 4 years ago

@tonytalkssports: RT @sigg20: “Old Days”Gilles Villemure holds on to the Puck as Jim Neilson,Walt Tkaczuk and Brad Park look on as Bobby Orr looms during an… - 4 years ago

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@DeSoto327KofC: RT @sigg20: “Old Days”Gilles Villemure holds on to the Puck as Jim Neilson,Walt Tkaczuk and Brad Park look on as Bobby Orr looms during an… - 4 years ago

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@PATJAY13: @sigg20 #15 on the Rangers is defenseman Jim "Chief" Neilson who passed away 4 days ago. - 4 years ago

@ByronMarques: RT @sigg20: “Old Days”Gilles Villemure holds on to the Puck as Jim Neilson,Walt Tkaczuk and Brad Park look on as Bobby Orr looms during an… - 4 years ago

@vinniemackenzie: RT @sigg20: “Old Days”Gilles Villemure holds on to the Puck as Jim Neilson,Walt Tkaczuk and Brad Park look on as Bobby Orr looms during an… - 4 years ago

@Lowetide: RT @sigg20: “Old Days”Gilles Villemure holds on to the Puck as Jim Neilson,Walt Tkaczuk and Brad Park look on as Bobby Orr looms during an… - 4 years ago

@lala4016: RT @EdmontonOilers: The #Oilers Alumni mourn the passing of defenceman Jim Neilson who played for Edmonton during the final season of the W… - 4 years ago

@EverettsTurf: RT @EdmontonOilers: The #Oilers Alumni mourn the passing of defenceman Jim Neilson who played for Edmonton during the final season of the W… - 4 years ago

@PaulOttoNeumann: RT @EdmontonOilers: The #Oilers Alumni mourn the passing of defenceman Jim Neilson who played for Edmonton during the final season of the W… - 4 years ago

@Grammy_111: RT @EdmontonOilers: The #Oilers Alumni mourn the passing of defenceman Jim Neilson who played for Edmonton during the final season of the W… - 4 years ago

@sydneywade12: RT @EdmontonOilers: The #Oilers Alumni mourn the passing of defenceman Jim Neilson who played for Edmonton during the final season of the W… - 4 years ago

@NHL_RumorUpdate: RT @EdmontonOilers: The #Oilers Alumni mourn the passing of defenceman Jim Neilson who played for Edmonton during the final season of the W… - 4 years ago

@RelapseTheDay: RT @EdmontonOilers: The #Oilers Alumni mourn the passing of defenceman Jim Neilson who played for Edmonton during the final season of the W… - 4 years ago

@AliOlorenshaw: RT @EdmontonOilers: The #Oilers Alumni mourn the passing of defenceman Jim Neilson who played for Edmonton during the final season of the W… - 4 years ago

@acecoworking: We are saddened for members of our ACE family, Darcy & Sydney Wade, on the loss of their beloved dad/grandpa, hocke… - 4 years ago

@MaidenOils: RT @EdmontonOilers: The #Oilers Alumni mourn the passing of defenceman Jim Neilson who played for Edmonton during the final season of the W… - 4 years ago

@lpunkari: RT @USaskKin: The College of Kinesiology is saddened to learn of the passing of Jim Neilson. Jim's legacy throughout sport is showcased in… - 4 years ago

@Lowetide: RT @EdmontonOilers: The #Oilers Alumni mourn the passing of defenceman Jim Neilson who played for Edmonton during the final season of the W… - 4 years ago

@HuskieAthletics: RT @USaskKin: The College of Kinesiology is saddened to learn of the passing of Jim Neilson. Jim's legacy throughout sport is showcased in… - 4 years ago

@USaskKin: The College of Kinesiology is saddened to learn of the passing of Jim Neilson. Jim's legacy throughout sport is sho… - 4 years ago

@Reno200211: RT @EdmontonOilers: The #Oilers Alumni mourn the passing of defenceman Jim Neilson who played for Edmonton during the final season of the W… - 4 years ago

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@maureen_hanaway: RT @EdmontonOilers: The #Oilers Alumni mourn the passing of defenceman Jim Neilson who played for Edmonton during the final season of the W… - 4 years ago

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@DuncanBadger: RT @EdmontonOilers: The #Oilers Alumni mourn the passing of defenceman Jim Neilson who played for Edmonton during the final season of the W… - 4 years ago

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@BobbyMartell: RT @EdmontonOilers: The #Oilers Alumni mourn the passing of defenceman Jim Neilson who played for Edmonton during the final season of the W… - 4 years ago

@justinbridges28: RT @EdmontonOilers: The #Oilers Alumni mourn the passing of defenceman Jim Neilson who played for Edmonton during the final season of the W… - 4 years ago

@MandaCgr: RT @EdmontonOilers: The #Oilers Alumni mourn the passing of defenceman Jim Neilson who played for Edmonton during the final season of the W… - 4 years ago

@takesonlyone: RT @EdmontonOilers: The #Oilers Alumni mourn the passing of defenceman Jim Neilson who played for Edmonton during the final season of the W… - 4 years ago

@EdmontonOilers: The #Oilers Alumni mourn the passing of defenceman Jim Neilson who played for Edmonton during the final season of t… - 4 years ago

@NYCTheMiC: BCBS For 11/7: Gorton Brings The Blues (Shirt) Brothers Band Back Together; #NYR Re-Sign S… - 4 years ago

@slex47mlb: RT @sigg20: Sad News,Jim Neilson,A Talented and Classy Player during his 16 yr NHL Career,12 with the NY Rangers,has passed away at 79.#NHL… - 4 years ago

@jamesmceldowney: RT @tarzanajoe: The Chief is dead. Long live the Chief. Jim Neilson. NY Rangers 1940-2020. - 4 years ago

@goldencoyotee: Remembering hockey legend Jim Neilson - 4 years ago

@goldencoyotee: RIP Jimmy. Neilson, longtime NHL defenseman, dies at 79 - 4 years ago

@EDubsinEtown: RT @Lowetide: An article on Jim Neilson you may enjoy. - 4 years ago

@jimtorregrossa1: @NYRangers Our heartfelt wishes go out to the Neilson Family. The Chief was a Good man and will be missed. We grew… - 4 years ago

@_judy_mc: RT @VicThunderchild: Jim Neilson, who went from a P.A. orphanage to the NHL, dies at age 79, via @TheStarPhoenix. The Prince Albert Minto’s… - 4 years ago

@TimWade62352259: RT @rodgilbert7: It’s with a heavy heart that the Rangers’s family learned the passing of my very special friend and long time teammate. Ji… - 4 years ago

@puckhunter2020: Sad to hear about the passing of former #NYRangers defenseman, Jim "Chief" Neilson. #RIP #NHL #NYR - 4 years ago

@TheKurgan970BC: As part of the Rangers 1967/68 season he was the runner-up to the Norris Trophy given to the NHL’s top defenceman,… - 4 years ago

@john_cyclesmart: Brutal week. Howie, Alex, and Jim Neilson, star defenseman of the New York Rangers, who grew up in Saskatchewan in… - 4 years ago

@Kevinofessex: @sigg20 Looks like the late Jim Neilson behind Brad on the bench. Walter Tkaczuk was a rookie same season as Brad. - 4 years ago

@MichaelKoenig2: Jim Neilson, former Rangers defenseman, dead at 79 - 4 years ago

@fuhkair: Nhl legend Jim Neilson also passed away on Friday, RIP sir. - 4 years ago

@FaithFidek: RT @ctvsaskatoon: Jim Neilson, an Indigenous hockey player who learned to play in a Saskatchewan orphanage and became a stalwart NHL defenc… - 4 years ago

@NYCTheMiC: BCBS For 11/7: Gorton Brings The Blues (Shirt) Brothers Band Back Together; #NYR Re-Sign S… - 4 years ago

@KBailey_runKrun: RT @VicThunderchild: Jim Neilson, who went from a P.A. orphanage to the NHL, dies at age 79, via @TheStarPhoenix. The Prince Albert Minto’s… - 4 years ago

@dasamoan: RT @VicThunderchild: Jim Neilson, who went from a P.A. orphanage to the NHL, dies at age 79, via @TheStarPhoenix. The Prince Albert Minto’s… - 4 years ago

@WayneIsbister: RT @NYRangers: The Rangers mourn the passing of Jim Neilson. The ultimate defensive defenseman, Jim’s quiet demeanor & selfless nature beli… - 4 years ago

@sigg20: RT @sigg20: @NYRangers My Grandfather was friends with Rangers Trainer Frank Paice, Was able to get me a stick from Jim Neilson,a treasured… - 4 years ago

@shawna_knock: RT @TheStarPhoenix: ICYMI: Jim Neilson, who went from a P.A. orphanage to the NHL, dies at age 79 - 4 years ago

@lexim325: RT @4EverBlueshirts: Rangers Roundup: Jim Neilson passes, NHL holding firm on January start, and more #NYR - 4 years ago

@RNYRF: RT @4EverBlueshirts: Rangers Roundup: Jim Neilson passes, NHL holding firm on January start, and more #NYR - 4 years ago

@4EverBlueshirts: Rangers Roundup: Jim Neilson passes, NHL holding firm on January start, and more #NYR - 4 years ago

@floralgarden: RT @NYRangers: The Rangers mourn the passing of Jim Neilson. The ultimate defensive defenseman, Jim’s quiet demeanor & selfless nature beli… - 4 years ago

@bronxgrrl: RT @NHLAlumni: The NHL Alumni is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Jim Neilson. Jim played more than 1000 games with the @NYRanger… - 4 years ago

@George_the_3rd: RT @AMCMBChiefs: We are saddened to hear of the passing of Jim Neilson. The AMC offers condolences to his family and friends. - 4 years ago

@bronxfanatic: RT @NYRangers: The Rangers mourn the passing of Jim Neilson. The ultimate defensive defenseman, Jim’s quiet demeanor & selfless nature beli… - 4 years ago

@bronxfanatic: RT @NHLAlumni: The NHL Alumni is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Jim Neilson. Jim played more than 1000 games with the @NYRanger… - 4 years ago

@fbordasRN: Life and hockey: Jim Neilson's story prompts a push for the Hall - 4 years ago

@ThrillVictory: RT @sigg20: Sad News,Jim Neilson,A Talented and Classy Player during his 16 yr NHL Career,12 with the NY Rangers,has passed away at 79.#NHL… - 4 years ago

@SlobodaAnne: RT @ctvsaskatoon: Jim Neilson, an Indigenous hockey player who learned to play in a Saskatchewan orphanage and became a stalwart NHL defenc… - 4 years ago

@HoneycottJalisa: RT @NYRangers: The Rangers mourn the passing of Jim Neilson. The ultimate defensive defenseman, Jim’s quiet demeanor & selfless nature beli… - 4 years ago

@paulakoala1234: RT @ctvsaskatoon: Jim Neilson, an Indigenous hockey player who learned to play in a Saskatchewan orphanage and became a stalwart NHL defenc… - 4 years ago

@JeremyCushman: RT @TheStarPhoenix: ICYMI: Jim Neilson, who went from a P.A. orphanage to the NHL, dies at age 79 - 4 years ago

@ACG3sr: RT @ctvsaskatoon: Jim Neilson, an Indigenous hockey player who learned to play in a Saskatchewan orphanage and became a stalwart NHL defenc… - 4 years ago

@canadianglen: RT @TheStarPhoenix: ICYMI: Jim Neilson, who went from a P.A. orphanage to the NHL, dies at age 79 - 4 years ago

@Ganosono: RT @TheStarPhoenix: ICYMI: Jim Neilson, who went from a P.A. orphanage to the NHL, dies at age 79 - 4 years ago

@BrianFeist1: RIP the Chief!! - 4 years ago

@Lowetide: An article on Jim Neilson you may enjoy. - 4 years ago

@newnationdev: I had the privilege of meeting the late Jim Neilson, he was a true gentleman RIP - 4 years ago

@MamaD99847758: RT @NYRangers: The Rangers mourn the passing of Jim Neilson. The ultimate defensive defenseman, Jim’s quiet demeanor & selfless nature beli… - 4 years ago

@_Beth_Wagner_: RT @TheStarPhoenix: ICYMI: Jim Neilson, who went from a P.A. orphanage to the NHL, dies at age 79 - 4 years ago

@TheStarPhoenix: ICYMI: Jim Neilson, who went from a P.A. orphanage to the NHL, dies at age 79 - 4 years ago

@VJShordee444: #JimNeilson, who went from a P.A. orphanage to the NHL, dies at age 79 "When I looked at Jim walk, he walked with p… - 4 years ago

@FoxBull330: RIP Jim Neilson. Best remembered with the Rangers but will always be a Baron to me. - 4 years ago

@NYCTheMiC: RT @NYCTheMiC: BCBS For 11/7: Gorton Brings The Blues (Shirt) Brothers Band Back Together; #NYR Re-Sign Strome & L… - 4 years ago

@WayneIsbister: RT @BrynMightyMouth: Jim Neilson, who went from an orphanage to the NHL, dies at age 79. Enjoyed meeting him. #RIPJim - 4 years ago

@vitabella69: @NYRangers Never forgot that moment who says a lot: in the last minutes of the last game of the 1971-72 season, goa… - 4 years ago

@KevinCrush: RT @Seymour_from_GP: We don't hear nearly enough about this guy's remarkable career and life. Indigenous roots, grew up in an orphanage in… - 4 years ago

@KSP_Libs: RT @willgoodon: A few posts about meeting Jim Neilson so here’s mine. I used to hang out at the Elephant and Castle to have a couple beers… - 4 years ago

@DickYoungsGhost: RT @Dave_Stubbs: Two scans worth sharing of late Jim Neilson, a "pillar," says @rodgilbert7, on 1960s-'70s @NYRangers defence: Neilson elud… - 4 years ago

@sigg20: RT @Dave_Stubbs: Two scans worth sharing of late Jim Neilson, a "pillar," says @rodgilbert7, on 1960s-'70s @NYRangers defence: Neilson elud… - 4 years ago

@William85630196: RT @NYRangers: The Rangers mourn the passing of Jim Neilson. The ultimate defensive defenseman, Jim’s quiet demeanor & selfless nature beli… - 4 years ago

@BWhitter1: @dana_neilson @DarcyNWade Sad to hear this. Lots of great memories of Uncle Jim and your family growing up. He alwa… - 4 years ago

@BWhitter1: RT @NHLAlumni: The NHL Alumni is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Jim Neilson. Jim played more than 1000 games with the @NYRanger… - 4 years ago

@pohlheim23: RT @mcguffindavid: RIP Jim Neilson. Saskatchewan Cree NHL defenceman was an inspiration to young indigenous hockey players. - 4 years ago

@kathymahar: Jim Neilson, who went from a P.A. orphanage to the NHL, dies at age 79 | The Star Phoenix - 4 years ago

@MattyCool2: RT @SaskSportsHF: The SSHF is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Jim Neilson today at the age of 78. Jim was inducted into the SSHF… - 4 years ago

@Jamie_Neilson: @dick_nixon Jim Gardner! - 4 years ago

@DonChytil2dot0: RT @NYRangers: The Rangers mourn the passing of Jim Neilson. The ultimate defensive defenseman, Jim’s quiet demeanor & selfless nature beli… - 4 years ago

@ninaxoxox97: RT @NYRangers: The Rangers mourn the passing of Jim Neilson. The ultimate defensive defenseman, Jim’s quiet demeanor & selfless nature beli… - 4 years ago

@IshvaraDeva: Jim Neilson - Wikipedia - 4 years ago

@lars_don: RT @DennisKendel: From Big River to Broadway, Jim Neilson 'really wanted to play with integrity' - 4 years ago

@DennisKendel: From Big River to Broadway, Jim Neilson 'really wanted to play with integrity' - 4 years ago

@DennisKendel: RT @ctvsaskatoon: Jim Neilson, an Indigenous hockey player who learned to play in a Saskatchewan orphanage and became a stalwart NHL defenc… - 4 years ago

@NYCTheMiC: BCBS For 11/7: Gorton Brings The Blues (Shirt) Brothers Band Back Together; #NYR Re-Sign S… - 4 years ago

@dana_neilson: RT @AMCMBChiefs: We are saddened to hear of the passing of Jim Neilson. The AMC offers condolences to his family and friends. - 4 years ago

@ctvsaskatoon: Jim Neilson, an Indigenous hockey player who learned to play in a Saskatchewan orphanage and became a stalwart NHL… - 4 years ago

@emilylee0115: We miss you Jim Neilson. Rest in Hockey Heaven. 🔴🔵 🥅 🏒 - 4 years ago

@PeteDLN: RT @Dave_Stubbs: In front of goaler Jacques Plante, @NYRangers D Jim Neilson clears puck from @MapleLeafs forward Bob Nevin, January 1964 a… - 4 years ago

@DionnePohler: Jim Neilson, former Rangers defenseman, dead at 79 - 4 years ago

@sigg20: RT @Dave_Stubbs: In front of goaler Jacques Plante, @NYRangers D Jim Neilson clears puck from @MapleLeafs forward Bob Nevin, January 1964 a… - 4 years ago

@staymich: RT @NYRangers: The Rangers mourn the passing of Jim Neilson. The ultimate defensive defenseman, Jim’s quiet demeanor & selfless nature beli… - 4 years ago

@KDNYR3093: RT @rodgilbert7: It’s with a heavy heart that the Rangers’s family learned the passing of my very special friend and long time teammate. Ji… - 4 years ago

@marco_sayazie: RT @NYRangers: The Rangers mourn the passing of Jim Neilson. The ultimate defensive defenseman, Jim’s quiet demeanor & selfless nature beli… - 4 years ago

@sarthur118: @dana_neilson @StrangerRangers @DarcyNWade @NYRangers @NHLAlumni I remember "the Chief" with great fondness. I was… - 4 years ago

@SchneiderSnide1: RT @princealbertnow: Remembering hockey legend Jim Neilson - 4 years ago

@lanny2929: RT @princealbertnow: Remembering hockey legend Jim Neilson - 4 years ago

@princealbertnow: Remembering hockey legend Jim Neilson - 4 years ago

@BlueJaysMoves: @sigg20 Sad news related to this photo - Jim Neilson passed away yesterday. - 4 years ago

@saskatchewanNOW: Remembering hockey legend Jim Neilson - 4 years ago

@sunhornby: NHL notes, on the passing of Ranger great Jim Neilson, where Ovie might be going in 2022 and some NHL signings. Did… - 4 years ago

@head_cougar: RT @TheStarPhoenix: Jim Neilson, who went from a P.A. orphanage to the NHL, dies at age 79 - 4 years ago

@saxonmiller: RT @CardsIndigenous: Very sad day in the hockey community. RIP Jim Neilson. - 4 years ago

@vinniemackenzie: RT @HonestLarry1: R.I.P. Jim Neilson. You will be missed. - 4 years ago

@NYRbuzz: Neilson, longtime NHL defenseman, dies at 79 - 4 years ago

@rangers6768: RT @nypostsports: Jim Neilson, former Rangers defenseman, dead at 79 - 4 years ago

@NYCTheMiC: BCBS For 11/7: Gorton Brings The Blues (Shirt) Brothers Band Back Together; #NYR Re-Sign S… - 4 years ago

@NY_cth: RT @NYRangers: The Rangers mourn the passing of Jim Neilson. The ultimate defensive defenseman, Jim’s quiet demeanor & selfless nature beli… - 4 years ago

@WilliamKrolak: RT @BlueshirtBanter: RIP Jim Neilson #NYR - 4 years ago

@MauriceNBA13: RT @HonestLarry1: R.I.P. Jim Neilson. You will be missed. - 4 years ago

@justinc_99: RT @NYRangers: The Rangers mourn the passing of Jim Neilson. The ultimate defensive defenseman, Jim’s quiet demeanor & selfless nature beli… - 4 years ago

@HonestLarry1: R.I.P. Jim Neilson. You will be missed. - 4 years ago

@RNYRF: RT @rodgilbert7: It’s with a heavy heart that the Rangers’s family learned the passing of my very special friend and long time teammate. Ji… - 4 years ago

@RNYRF: RT @BlueshirtBanter: RIP Jim Neilson #NYR - 4 years ago

@VonBenko: Saddened by the passing of former NHL stalwart Jim "Chief" Neilson RIP!! - 4 years ago

@AntoniaPhettep1: RT @NYRangers: The Rangers mourn the passing of Jim Neilson. The ultimate defensive defenseman, Jim’s quiet demeanor & selfless nature beli… - 4 years ago

@BRadocy: RT @NYRangers: The Rangers mourn the passing of Jim Neilson. The ultimate defensive defenseman, Jim’s quiet demeanor & selfless nature beli… - 4 years ago

@VincentCali2: RT @NHLAlumni: The NHL Alumni is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Jim Neilson. Jim played more than 1000 games with the @NYRanger… - 4 years ago

@robjannetty: Neilson, longtime NHL defenseman, dies at 79 - 4 years ago

@kittycatrj: Neilson, longtime NHL defenseman, dies at 79 - 4 years ago

@geocerone: RIP Jim “Chief” Neilson#NYR#Rangers#hockey - 4 years ago

@CardsIndigenous: Very sad day in the hockey community. RIP Jim Neilson. - 4 years ago

@NYCTheMiC: BCBS For 11/7: Gorton Brings The Blues (Shirt) Brothers Band Back Together; #NYR Re-Sign S… - 4 years ago

@HitThePost11: RT @NYRangers: The Rangers mourn the passing of Jim Neilson. The ultimate defensive defenseman, Jim’s quiet demeanor & selfless nature beli… - 4 years ago

@MaryEllenCase17: RT @NYRangers: The Rangers mourn the passing of Jim Neilson. The ultimate defensive defenseman, Jim’s quiet demeanor & selfless nature beli… - 4 years ago

@KornbergerBryan: RT @NHLAlumni: The NHL Alumni is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Jim Neilson. Jim played more than 1000 games with the @NYRanger… - 4 years ago

@DeSoto327KofC: RT @NYRangers: The Rangers mourn the passing of Jim Neilson. The ultimate defensive defenseman, Jim’s quiet demeanor & selfless nature beli… - 4 years ago

@NamingAdvisors: RT @BlueshirtBanter: An often overlooked part of the highly successful Rangers teams of the 1960s and 70s, let’s take a look at Jim Neilson… - 4 years ago

@NamingAdvisors: RT @NYRalumni: RIP #NYRalumni Jim Neilson (@NYRangers 1962-74) via @NHLAlumni Facebook page - 4 years ago

@NamingAdvisors: RT @rodgilbert7: It’s with a heavy heart that the Rangers’s family learned the passing of my very special friend and long time teammate. Ji… - 4 years ago

@Dale27138725: RT @SudburyStar: Jim Neilson, who went from a P.A. orphanage to the NHL, dies at age 79 - 4 years ago

@sonofabuck26: @nypost The Chief!! Really enjoyed watching him play. Bless you, Jim Neilson, #15 - 4 years ago

@gezyahJDnN8DgGe: RT @nypost: Jim Neilson, former Rangers defenseman, dead at 79 - 4 years ago

@SudburyStar: Jim Neilson, who went from a P.A. orphanage to the NHL, dies at age 79 - 4 years ago

@terrielake: RT @nypost: Jim Neilson, former Rangers defenseman, dead at 79 - 4 years ago

@Absolut_Boston: RT @nypost: Jim Neilson, former Rangers defenseman, dead at 79 - 4 years ago

@jameshrh: If you don't know Jim Neilson's story, then you are missing out on a great tale. - 4 years ago

@tuctom2: RT @nypost: Jim Neilson, former Rangers defenseman, dead at 79 - 4 years ago

@MicmacJack: RT @nypost: Jim Neilson, former Rangers defenseman, dead at 79 - 4 years ago

@jamesmceldowney: Jim Neilson, former Rangers defenseman, dead at 79 - 4 years ago

@RockinSportz: RT @nypost: Jim Neilson, former Rangers defenseman, dead at 79 - 4 years ago

@DoubleDownDuck: RT @nypost: Jim Neilson, former Rangers defenseman, dead at 79 - 4 years ago

@FranDeMario2: RT @nypost: Jim Neilson, former Rangers defenseman, dead at 79 - 4 years ago

@ferrajr: RT @rodgilbert7: It’s with a heavy heart that the Rangers’s family learned the passing of my very special friend and long time teammate. Ji… - 4 years ago

@ImSeanHill: RT @rodgilbert7: It’s with a heavy heart that the Rangers’s family learned the passing of my very special friend and long time teammate. Ji… - 4 years ago

@lajoie338: RT @sportsdeaths: NHL: Jim Neilson, age 79, played w NY Rangers, California Golden Seals, Cleveland Barons, Edmonton Oilers - 4 years ago

@XTeenaMahree: RT @rodgilbert7: It’s with a heavy heart that the Rangers’s family learned the passing of my very special friend and long time teammate. Ji… - 4 years ago

@sportsdeaths: NHL: Jim Neilson, age 79, played w NY Rangers, California Golden Seals, Cleveland Barons, Edmonton Oilers - 4 years ago

@Breakthecycle2: RT @rodgilbert7: It’s with a heavy heart that the Rangers’s family learned the passing of my very special friend and long time teammate. Ji… - 4 years ago

@mcguffindavid: RIP Jim Neilson. Saskatchewan Cree NHL defenceman was an inspiration to young indigenous hockey players. - 4 years ago

@69NiceBot69: RT @ACHockeyHistory: Very Sad to hear another hockey legend has passed away.....Solid, tough, honest hard working defenceman Mr Jim Neilson… - 4 years ago

@ACHockeyHistory: Very Sad to hear another hockey legend has passed away.....Solid, tough, honest hard working defenceman Mr Jim Neil… - 4 years ago

@pkstrk: RT @pkstrk: Jim Neilson, 1940—2020 - 4 years ago

@SEANNEWYORK1976: RT @NYRangers: The Rangers mourn the passing of Jim Neilson. The ultimate defensive defenseman, Jim’s quiet demeanor & selfless nature beli… - 4 years ago

@JWolperPGH: RT @Dave_Stubbs: Best Jim Neilson story ever: Late writing icon Red Fisher coveted a First Nations painting owned by Glen Sather. Slats pro… - 4 years ago

@rinkburgers: RT @kmitchsp: I met the great Jim Neilson just under two years ago for a feature story. He was with two of his kids, and you could tell how… - 4 years ago

@corywolfe: RT @kmitchsp: I met the great Jim Neilson just under two years ago for a feature story. He was with two of his kids, and you could tell how… - 4 years ago

@JmcgrathMcGrath: RT @rodgilbert7: It’s with a heavy heart that the Rangers’s family learned the passing of my very special friend and long time teammate. Ji… - 4 years ago

@NYCTheMiC: BCBS For 11/7: Gorton Brings The Blues (Shirt) Brothers Band Back Together; #NYR Re-Sign S… - 4 years ago

@NYCTheMiC: BCBS For 11/7: Gorton Brings The Blues (Shirt) Brothers Band Back Together; #NYR Re-Sign S… - 4 years ago

@LorettaNYR: RT @rodgilbert7: It’s with a heavy heart that the Rangers’s family learned the passing of my very special friend and long time teammate. Ji… - 4 years ago

@NYCTheMiC: BCBS For 11/7: Gorton Brings The Blues (Shirt) Brothers Band Back Together; #NYR Re-Sign S… - 4 years ago

@RickCarpiniello: RT @rodgilbert7: It’s with a heavy heart that the Rangers’s family learned the passing of my very special friend and long time teammate. Ji… - 4 years ago

@NYCTheMiC: RT @rodgilbert7: It’s with a heavy heart that the Rangers’s family learned the passing of my very special friend and long time teammate. Ji… - 4 years ago

@kmitchsp: I met the great Jim Neilson just under two years ago for a feature story. He was with two of his kids, and you coul… - 4 years ago

@MarioWRoy: RT @TheTorontoSun: Rangers great Jim Neilson dead at 78 - 4 years ago

@therealnesss18: RT @TheTorontoSun: Rangers great Jim Neilson dead at 78 - 4 years ago