Downey played 13 seasons of professional ice hockey and played 243 games in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the Montreal Canadiens, Chicago Blackhawks, St. Louis Blues, Boston Bruins, Dallas Stars and Detroit Red Wings.
Downey's professional ice hockey career spanned 13 seasons, encompassing 243 games played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for teams such as the Montreal Canadiens, Chicago Blackhawks, St. Louis Blues, Boston Bruins, Dallas Stars, and Detroit Red Wings.