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Flying swede

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Flying swede

Date9/3/1976

Names

Bull, Ron (photographer)

Toronto Star (Firm) (publisher)

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Original Toronto Star caption: Flying swede: Borje Salming; left; the anchor of the Swedish am's defence during Canada Cup play; drapes a United States play along the boards during Sweden's 5-2 victory to open the tournament. Salming; who plays professionally for the Toronto Maple Leafs; is credited with putting Swedes into position to win the tournament if they can beat Team Canada tonight at Maple Leaf Gardens. [Incomplete]

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ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives

CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive

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Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)

Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0095435F

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