Walt McKechnie
| Walt McKechnie | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Born |
June 19, 1947 London, Ontario, Canada | ||
| Height | 6 ft 2 in (188 cm) | ||
| Weight | 195 lb (88 kg; 13 st 13 lb) | ||
| Position | Centre | ||
| Shot | Left | ||
| Played for |
Minnesota North Stars California Golden Seals Detroit Red Wings Boston Bruins Cleveland Barons Washington Capitals Toronto Maple Leafs Colorado Rockies | ||
| National team | Canada | ||
| NHL draft |
6th overall, 1963 Toronto Maple Leafs | ||
| Playing career | 1963–1984 | ||
Walter Thomas John McKechnie (born June 19, 1947) is a Canadian former professional hockey centre. He played for nine teams in the National Hockey League (NHL) and four minor professional teams over a 17-year pro career. Being drafted sixth overall by the Toronto Maple Leafs in the 1963 NHL amateur draft, he is the franchise's first ever draft pick.