Dale Hunter
Ice hockey player and head coach
Born
July 31st, 1960
64 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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Played in the National Hockey League from 1979 to 1999, primarily as a center. Won a Stanley Cup with the New York Islanders in 1980. Coached the major junior team, the London Knights, achieving significant success. Hall of Fame inductee recognized for leadership on and off the ice.
Played for the Quebec Nordiques
Played for the Washington Capitals
Won a Stanley Cup with the New York Islanders
Coached the London Knights to a Memorial Cup
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