Jacques Lemaire
Ice hockey player and coach
Born
September 7th, 1945
79 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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A Canadian ice hockey player and coach, began playing professionally in the National Hockey League (NHL) with the Montreal Canadiens in 1967. During his playing career, achieved notable success, including winning the Stanley Cup in 1968, 1969, 1971, and 1973. Transformed into a head coach, led the New Jersey Devils to a Stanley Cup Championship in 1995, significantly contributing to the team's defensive strategies and overall success. Recognized for innovative coaching techniques and development of players.
Winning the Stanley Cup with the Montreal Canadiens
Coaching the New Jersey Devils to a Stanley Cup Championship
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