Andrew Brunette

Ice hockey coach and former player

Andrew Brunette - Ice hockey coach and former player
Born

August 24th, 1973
52 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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A retired professional ice hockey player and current coach, achieved significant recognition during a career spanning over a decade in the National Hockey League (NHL). Played for several teams including the New York Islanders, Colorado Avalanche, and Minnesota Wild. Transitioned to coaching after retirement, taking on assistant coaching roles before becoming the head coach of the Florida Panthers. Throughout his playing career, accumulated over 800 points in 1,100 NHL games.

Played for the Colorado Avalanche

Served as head coach of the Florida Panthers

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