Bryan Murray
Ice hockey coach with a Hall of Fame career
Born
December 5th, 1942
82 years ago
Died
August 12th, 2017
7 years ago — 74 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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An influential ice hockey coach in the NHL, served as head coach for several teams, including the Washington Capitals, Detroit Red Wings, and Ottawa Senators. Achieved significant success in coaching and was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2002. Contributed to the game not only through coaching but also as a general manager, particularly with the Senators. His tactical approach and leadership qualities shaped many players' careers and team dynamics.
Inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2002
Led Ottawa Senators to the Stanley Cup Finals in 2007
Served as general manager for Ottawa Senators
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