Bernie Nicholls

Ice hockey player and coach, 1980s NHL star

Bernie Nicholls - Ice hockey player and coach, 1980s NHL star
Born

June 24th, 1961
64 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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Played in the National Hockey League during the 1980s and 1990s. Represented teams such as the New York Rangers, Los Angeles Kings, and the Edmonton Oilers. Achieved significant success during the 1988-89 NHL season, scoring 70 goals and recording 95 points. Selected for the NHL All-Star Game in 1989. Transitioned to coaching after retirement, contributing to the development of future players.

Scored 70 goals in the 1988-89 season

Selected as an NHL All-Star in 1989

Coached in various junior leagues

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