Bill Barber
Ice hockey player and coach, Philadelphia Flyers
Born
July 11th, 1952
72 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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A Canadian ice hockey player and coach, achieved significant success in professional hockey. Played in the National Hockey League (NHL) primarily for the Philadelphia Flyers. Contributed to the Flyers' winning the Stanley Cup in 1974 and 1975. After retiring as a player, took on coaching roles, including serving as an assistant coach for various teams. Inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1990.
Winning the Stanley Cup with the Philadelphia Flyers in 1974
Winning the Stanley Cup with the Philadelphia Flyers in 1975
Induction into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1990
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