Craig Billington is a former professional ice hockey goaltender who played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for over a decade. He began his career in the NHL with the New Jersey Devils in 1987 and played with the team for four seasons before being traded to the Ottawa Senators in 1991. He played with the Senators for two seasons before being traded to the Boston Bruins in 1993.
Billington played with the Bruins for four seasons before being traded to the Colorado Avalanche in 1997. He played with the Avalanche for three seasons and was a member of the team when they won the Stanley Cup in 2001. He finished his NHL career with the Washington Capitals, where he played for two seasons before retiring in 2003.
Throughout his career, Billington was known for his strong work ethic and his ability to make key saves in pressure situations. He was also known for his leadership skills and was often called upon to mentor younger players.
In addition to his NHL career, Billington also represented Canada in international competition. He played for Canada at the 1986 World Junior Championships, where he helped the team win a silver medal. He also played for Canada at the 1992 Winter Olympics in Albertville, France, where the team finished fourth.
After retiring from professional hockey, Billington remained involved in the sport as a coach and executive. He served as the assistant general manager for the Avalanche from 2006 to 2014 and was instrumental in helping the team win another Stanley Cup in 2009. He also served as the general manager for the Lake Erie Monsters, the Avalanche's American Hockey League affiliate, from 2014 to 2016.
Overall, Craig Billington had a successful career as a professional ice hockey goaltender. He played for several NHL teams and was a member of a Stanley Cup-winning team. He also represented Canada in international competition and has remained involved in the sport as a coach and executive.
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