Pat Verbeek

Ice hockey player; Stanley Cup champion

Pat Verbeek - Ice hockey player; Stanley Cup champion
Born

May 24th, 1964
60 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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A Canadian ice hockey player and manager, participated in the National Hockey League (NHL) for teams including the New Jersey Devils, New York Rangers, and Detroit Red Wings. Played as a right winger, recognized for his scoring ability and physical style of play. Contributed to the Detroit Red Wings' 1997 Stanley Cup victory. Transitioned to a management role after retirement, taking on responsibilities such as the assistant general manager for the Texas Stars in the American Hockey League.

Won the Stanley Cup with Detroit Red Wings in 1997

Scored over 1,000 points during NHL career

Served as assistant general manager for Texas Stars

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