Gilles Meloche
Ice hockey player and coach, NHL veteran
Ice hockey player and coach, NHL veteran
Professional ice hockey player and coach with a career spanning over three decades. Played goaltender in the National Hockey League for several teams including the Chicago Blackhawks, Cleveland Barons, and the Minnesota North Stars. Transitioned to coaching and held assistant coach positions in various leagues, contributing to player development and team strategies. Served as a goaltending coach in the American Hockey League and the National Hockey League, focusing on enhancing the skills of younger players.
Played for Chicago Blackhawks and Minnesota North Stars
Coached goaltenders in NHL and AHL
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