Dan Cloutier

Ice hockey player and coach, Vancouver Canucks

Dan Cloutier - Ice hockey player and coach, Vancouver Canucks
Born

April 22nd, 1976
49 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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Played as a goaltender in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the Vancouver Canucks, New York Rangers, and Tampa Bay Lightning. Transitioned to coaching after retirement. During playing career, established a reputation for his skills and resilience in high-pressure matches. Later served as a goaltending coach at various levels of the sport.

Played for the Vancouver Canucks from 1997 to 2004

Ranks among the top goaltenders in Canucks history

Competed in the 2003 NHL All-Star Game

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