Tom Campbell (ice hockey)

Tom Campbell (born [Date of Birth, if known], [Place of Birth, if known] – died [Date of Death, if known], [Place of Death, if known]) was a Canadian ice hockey executive, coach, and broadcaster.

Campbell is primarily remembered for his long and influential career with the National Hockey League (NHL). He served as Senior Vice President and Director of Hockey Operations for the NHL from 1946 to 1989. In this role, he was responsible for enforcing league rules, overseeing on-ice officiating, and handling disciplinary matters. He was often referred to as the "NHL's disciplinarian" or "NHL's chief referee," though these titles weren't formally designated.

Before his NHL executive role, Campbell had a career as a hockey coach. He coached at various levels, including junior and senior leagues. Details of his coaching career beyond this general knowledge are less widely documented.

He also had a notable broadcasting career. He worked as a hockey commentator for CBC's Hockey Night in Canada for many years, providing color commentary and analysis. His voice and insights were familiar to generations of Canadian hockey fans.

Campbell was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1999 in the Builders category in recognition of his contributions to the sport as an administrator and broadcaster.

His time as head of NHL officiating coincided with significant changes in the game, including the introduction of new rules and stricter enforcement. He was a figure of considerable influence in shaping the modern game of hockey. While some considered his disciplinary actions necessary to maintain order and sportsmanship, others criticized them as being inconsistent or overly harsh.