Marc Crawford is a former professional ice hockey player and coach who has had a successful career in the sport. He began his career as a player in the Western Hockey League, where he played for the Cornwall Royals and the Vancouver Canucks. He then went on to play for several other teams, including the Milwaukee Admirals and the St. Louis Blues.
After retiring from playing, Crawford began his coaching career in the minor leagues before moving up to the NHL. He served as an assistant coach for the Quebec Nordiques and the Vancouver Canucks before becoming the head coach of the Colorado Avalanche in 1995. He led the team to a Stanley Cup victory in his first season as head coach.
Crawford went on to coach several other NHL teams, including the Vancouver Canucks, the Los Angeles Kings, and the Dallas Stars. He also coached internationally, leading the Canadian men's ice hockey team to a gold medal at the 1998 Winter Olympics.
Throughout his coaching career, Crawford was known for his intense and demanding coaching style. He was also known for his ability to develop young players and get the most out of his teams.
In recent years, Crawford has faced controversy over allegations of physical and verbal abuse of players during his coaching tenure. He has apologized for his behavior and has undergone sensitivity training.
Despite the controversy, Crawford remains a respected figure in the hockey world and is considered one of the most successful coaches in the sport's history.
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