John Tortorella

Ice hockey coach

American Boston, Massachusetts, USA

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Quick Info

ProfessionIce hockey coach
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth24/06/1958
Age67 years
BirthplaceBoston, Massachusetts, USA

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Bio/Wiki

Full NameJohn Francis Tortorella

Educational Qualification(s)

CollegeUniversity of Maine (1978-1981)

Career

Playing CareerRight wing, University of Maine Black Bears (1978-1981)
Coaching Highlights
  • Virginia Lancers (ACHL/AAHL) Head Coach (1986-1988)
  • Rochester Americans (AHL) Head Coach (1995-1997, Calder Cup winner)
  • Tampa Bay Lightning Head Coach (2000-2008, Stanley Cup 2004)
  • New York Rangers Head Coach (2009-2013)
  • Vancouver Canucks Head Coach (2013-2014)
  • Columbus Blue Jackets Head Coach (2015-2021)
  • Philadelphia Flyers Head Coach (2022-?)
  • Vegas Golden Knights Head Coach (current)
Achievements
  • Stanley Cup Champion (2004)
  • Jack Adams Award (2004, 2017)
  • First American-born NHL coach to reach 700 wins

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Played college hockey at Salem State College before transferring to University of Maine
2. Won ECHL championship with Virginia Lancers in 1986-1987 as player-coach
3. Known for outspoken and confrontational coaching style
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