Dave Tippett
Ice hockey coach and former player
Born
August 25th, 1961
64 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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Played professional ice hockey for over a decade, primarily with the Hartford Whalers. Transitioned to coaching, leading teams in the NHL, including the Dallas Stars and Arizona Coyotes. Secured a division title with the Stars and advanced to the playoffs multiple times as a head coach. Also served as an assistant coach for various NHL teams, contributing to team strategies and player development.
Played for the Hartford Whalers
Coached the Dallas Stars to a division title
Led the Arizona Coyotes to multiple playoff appearances
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