It is with great sadness the Toronto Maple Leafs learned of the passing of Rudy Migay. He was 87 years old.
At 5-foot-6, 150 pounds, Migay was known for a for his speed, puck-handling and tenacity, earning him the nickname 'The Toy Terrier'. His career began in northern Ontario in his hometown of Port Arthur. He played for the Port Arthur Flyers from 1944-46 in the Thunder Bay Junior Hockey League where he was a prolific offensive talent.
For the 1946-47 season, Migay headed south to Toronto where he suited up for the St. Michael's Majors.