| Position | Centre |
| Shot | Left |
| Height Weight |
5 ft 10 in (1.78 m) 165 lb (75 kg; 11 st 11 lb) |
| Pro clubs | Boston Bruins |
| Nationality |  Canada |
| Pro career | 1928 – 1933 |
George Owen (December 2, 1901 – March 4, 1986) was a professional ice hockey defenceman for the Boston Bruins of the NHL. He was also elected into the College Football Hall of Fame in 1983. In 1928, Owen became the first player to wear a helmet in an NHL game. He wore the same leather helmet that he had worn when playing college football.
| Preceded by Lionel Hitchman |
Boston Bruins captains 1931–32 |
Succeeded by Dit Clapper |
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