Douglas Patrick Adam (September 7, 1923 – December 24, 2001) was a Canadian professional ice hockey forward and coach. He spent most of his career, which lasted from 1942 to 1961, in the minor leagues, but did play four games in the National Hockey League for the New York Rangers during the 1949–50 season. He was born in Toronto, Ontario. Career Adam was signed by the New York Rangers as a free agent in 1947, and played for various minor league affiliates of the Rangers until 1955. In February 1950, Adam played four games at the NHL level with the Rangers in 1949–50, wearing number 19. During those four games, he scored no goals, but earned one assist. After leaving the Rangers organization, Adam became a playing coach with the Philadelphia Ramblers in the EHL. After his playing career ended, Adam became a head coach with the Rochester Americans of the AHL in 1971-72, but was replaced mid-season by team member Don Cherry. Career statistics Regular season and playoffs Coaching statistics References External links 1923 births 2001 deaths Canadian expatriates in the United States Canadian ice hockey coaches Canadian ice hockey left wingers Charlotte Clippers players Hollywood Wolves players Louisville Rebels players New Westminster Royals (WHL) players New York Rangers players Ontario Hockey Association Senior A League (1890–1979) players Philadelphia Ramblers players Rochester Americans coaches Saskatoon Quakers players Seattle Bombers players Ice hockey people from Toronto Tacoma Rockets (WHL) players Toronto Marlboros players Vancouver Canucks (WHL) players