Bob Johnson
American ice hockey coach and player
Born
March 4th, 1931
94 years ago
Died
November 26th, 1991
33 years ago — 60 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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This individual played ice hockey in the National Hockey League (NHL) and later became a prominent coach. As a player, achievements included participation with the New York Rangers. Transitioning into coaching, the individual led the University of Wisconsin to an NCAA championship in 1973. Coaching career extended to the NHL, where the individual served as head coach of the Pittsburgh Penguins, guiding the team to a Stanley Cup victory in 1991.
Coached the University of Wisconsin to an NCAA championship
Led the Pittsburgh Penguins to a Stanley Cup in 1991
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