Craig MacTavish
Ice hockey player and team coach
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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August 15th, 1990 35 years ago
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August 15th, 1995 30 years ago
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August 15th, 1898 127 years ago
Died
July 2nd, 1966 59 years ago — 67 years old
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August 15th, 1989 36 years ago
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August 15th, 1922 103 years ago
Died
March 19th, 1986 40 years ago — 63 years old
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Olympic swimmer with multiple medals
Born
August 15th, 1994 31 years ago
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