Craig MacTavish
Ice hockey player and team coach
Born
August 15th, 1958
66 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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Played as a center in the National Hockey League primarily for the Boston Bruins and the Edmonton Oilers. Achieved significant success by winning the Stanley Cup with the Oilers in 1984, 1985, 1987, and 1988. Transitioned to coaching, serving as head coach for the Oilers from 2000 to 2009 and later with the Chicago Wolves in the American Hockey League. Contributed to the sport through various roles including player development and management.
Winning the Stanley Cup four times
Coaching the Edmonton Oilers
Playing for the Boston Bruins
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