Bill Guerin

Ice hockey player and executive with NHL titles

Bill Guerin - Ice hockey player and executive with NHL titles
Born

November 9th, 1970
54 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played professional ice hockey primarily as a right winger in the NHL. Key achievements include winning the Stanley Cup with the New Jersey Devils in 1995 and with the Colorado Avalanche in 2001. Transitioned to coaching and management roles after retirement, serving as an assistant coach for the Pittsburgh Penguins, and later became the general manager of the Minnesota Wild. Recognized for contributions to team dynamics and player development in various roles.

Won the Stanley Cup with New Jersey Devils in 1995

Won the Stanley Cup with Colorado Avalanche in 2001

Served as general manager for Minnesota Wild

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