Eric Weinrich

Ice hockey player and coach; NHL defenseman

Eric Weinrich - Ice hockey player and coach; NHL defenseman
Born

December 19th, 1966
58 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played in the National Hockey League for several teams including the New Jersey Devils, Chicago Blackhawks, and Vancouver Canucks. Contributed to the success of the New Jersey Devils during the 1994-1995 season, which culminated in winning the Stanley Cup. After retiring as a player, transitioned into coaching and served as an assistant coach at various levels, including collegiate hockey.

Won the Stanley Cup with the New Jersey Devils in 1995

Played for multiple NHL teams including the New Jersey Devils, Chicago Blackhawks, and Vancouver Canucks

Served as an assistant coach for collegiate hockey

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