Jean-Guy Talbot

Ice hockey player and coach, Montreal Canadiens

Jean-Guy Talbot - Ice hockey player and coach, Montreal Canadiens
Born

July 11th, 1932
93 years ago

Died

2024
1 years ago — 92 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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A Canadian ice hockey player and coach, played predominantly as a defenseman in the National Hockey League (NHL) during the 1950s and 1960s. Talbot spent a significant portion of his playing career with the Montreal Canadiens, where he contributed to multiple Stanley Cup victories. Transitioned to coaching after his playing career, overseeing various teams in the NHL and contributing to the development of players and strategy within the sport. His understanding of the game helped shape the teams he coached and influenced the next generation of hockey players.

Won 4 Stanley Cups with Montreal Canadiens

Served as head coach for several NHL teams

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