Guy Carbonneau

Ice hockey player and coach, Stanley Cup Champion

Guy Carbonneau - Ice hockey player and coach, Stanley Cup Champion
Born

March 18th, 1960
65 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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Achieved success as a professional ice hockey player and coach. Played primarily as a center in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the Montreal Canadiens, Dallas Stars, and the Quebec Nordiques. Won the Stanley Cup with the Canadiens in 1986 and again in 1993. Transitioned to coaching after retirement, taking the role of head coach for the Montreal Canadiens during the 2006-2009 seasons. Recognized for contributions to both playing and coaching on the ice.

Won the Stanley Cup with Montreal Canadiens in 1986

Coached Montreal Canadiens from 2006 to 2009

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