Dan Maloney was a Canadian ice hockey player and coach who had a successful career in the National Hockey League (NHL) from the 1970s to the 1980s. He was born on September 13, 1950, in Barrie, Ontario, and began his hockey career playing for the London Knights in the Ontario Hockey Association (OHA) in 1967.
Maloney was known for his physical play and toughness on the ice, which earned him the nickname "Dangerous Dan." He played as a left winger for several NHL teams, including the Chicago Blackhawks, Los Angeles Kings, Detroit Red Wings, and Toronto Maple Leafs. He was also a member of Team Canada in the 1974 Summit Series against the Soviet Union.
During his playing career, Maloney scored a total of 192 goals and 259 assists in 737 regular-season games. He also had 1,489 penalty minutes, which was a testament to his aggressive style of play. Maloney was known for his leadership skills and was named captain of the Detroit Red Wings in 1978.
After retiring as a player in 1982, Maloney became a coach and worked for several NHL teams, including the Winnipeg Jets, Toronto Maple Leafs, and Detroit Red Wings. He was known for his tough coaching style and was not afraid to discipline players who did not meet his expectations.
Maloney's coaching career was not as successful as his playing career, and he was fired from several teams due to poor performance. However, he was respected by his players and was known for his dedication to the game of hockey.
In addition to his NHL career, Maloney was also involved in the community and worked with several charities. He was a member of the board of directors for the Canadian Cancer Society and was involved in fundraising for cancer research.
Maloney passed away on November 19, 2018, at the age of 68. He was remembered by his former teammates and colleagues as a tough but fair player and coach who had a passion for the game of hockey. His legacy lives on in the NHL, where he is remembered as one of the toughest players to ever lace up a pair of skates.
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