Quinn began his career in 1968 as a player for the Toronto Maple Leafs. He was an aggressive and physical player who was known for his defensive prowess. He was a leader on the ice and was named captain of the Leafs in 1972. He was also a two-time All-Star and was named to the NHL's Second All-Star Team in 1974.
In 1977, Quinn retired from playing and began his coaching career. He was the head coach of the Philadelphia Flyers from 1978 to 1982, and then the Los Angeles Kings from 1984 to 1988. He was also the head coach of the Vancouver Canucks from 1991 to 1996, and the Toronto Maple Leafs from 1998 to 2006.
Quinn was known for his ability to motivate his teams and get the most out of his players. He was also known for his innovative strategies and his willingness to take risks. He was an excellent tactician and was able to adjust his strategies to fit the strengths of his team.
Quinn was also a successful executive. He was the president and general manager of the Canucks from 1987 to 1997, and the president and general manager of the Maple Leafs from 1998 to 2003. He was also the chairman of Hockey Canada from 1998 to 2005.
Throughout his career, Quinn was a respected leader and mentor. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2016 and was named one of the 100 Greatest NHL Players in 2017. He will always be remembered as one of the greatest hockey players and coaches of all time.
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