Steve Thomas

Ice hockey player and coach

Steve Thomas - Ice hockey player and coach
Born

July 15th, 1963
61 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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An ice hockey player and coach, accomplished in the National Hockey League (NHL). Played primarily as a left winger and appeared in over 1,400 NHL games. Had notable stints with the Toronto Maple Leafs, New York Islanders, and Detroit Red Wings. Concluded a successful playing career and transitioned to coaching, where achievements include leading junior and minor league teams.

Played over 1,400 NHL games

Scored over 400 goals in the NHL

Coach in junior and minor league systems

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