Mike Gartner

Ice hockey player and coach

Mike Gartner - Ice hockey player and coach
Born

October 29th, 1959
66 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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A professional ice hockey player and coach, contributed significantly to the NHL. Played for teams including the Washington Capitals, New York Rangers, and Toronto Maple Leafs. Inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2001. Also served as a coach in various capacities, sharing expertise in player development and team strategy.

Scored over 700 career goals in the NHL

Inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2001

Represented Canada in international competitions

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