Ryan Walter
Ice Hockey Player, Coach, Stanley Cup Champion
Born
April 23rd, 1958
67 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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This individual played professional ice hockey in the National Hockey League (NHL) and later transitioned into coaching. A first-round pick in the 1978 NHL Draft, played for teams such as the Montreal Canadiens, Washington Capitals, and the Vancouver Canucks. Won the Stanley Cup with the Canadiens in 1986. Worked as a coach in various capacities following retirement from playing, including serving as head coach in the Western Hockey League.
Won the Stanley Cup with the Montreal Canadiens in 1986
Played for the Washington Capitals and Vancouver Canucks
Served as head coach in the Western Hockey League
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