John Frederick Peirson (July 21, 1925 – April 16, 2021) was a Canadian professional ice hockey winger who played 11 seasons in the National Hockey League (NHL) with the Boston Bruins from 1946 to 1958. After retiring he became a commentator for the Bruins, serving in that role for more than two decades.
Peirson played one season of university hockey with the McGill Redmen and was part of their Queen's Cup-winning side in 1946. He was signed by the Boston Bruins and played for two of their minor league affiliates until 1947, when he made his NHL debut. After spending eight seasons with the organization and making two All-Star appearances and the 1953 Stanley Cup Finals, he briefly retired in 1954 before returning the following year. He went on to play three more seasons and reached two more Stanley Cup Finals before retiring for good in 1958.
Peirson was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, on July 21, 1925. His family relocated to Montreal when he was 10 years old, and he spent the remaining part of his childhood there. He played for the Montreal Junior Canadiens when he was 18. Peirson served in the Canadian Army during World War II and was stationed in the European theatre.

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