Bill Ranford
Ice hockey player and coach, two-time Stanley Cup champion
Born
December 14th, 1966
58 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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A Canadian ice hockey player and coach, achieved significant success in the National Hockey League (NHL). Played as a goaltender primarily for the Edmonton Oilers and the Boston Bruins. Won the Stanley Cup twice, first in 1990 with the Edmonton Oilers, and again in 2006 as a coach with the Oilers' AHL affiliate. Concluded playing career in 2004 and transitioned to coaching, contributing to player development in various roles.
Won the Stanley Cup in 1990 with the Edmonton Oilers
Coached the Oilers' AHL affiliate to a championship in 2006
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