Randy Carlyle is a former professional ice hockey player and coach. He played as a defenseman for the Toronto Maple Leafs, Pittsburgh Penguins, and Winnipeg Jets during his career. Carlyle was known for his physical play and his ability to contribute offensively, scoring 148 goals and 499 points in 1,055 games.
After retiring as a player, Carlyle began his coaching career in the minor leagues before being hired as an assistant coach for the Winnipeg Jets in 1995. He then became the head coach of the Manitoba Moose in the International Hockey League, leading them to a championship in 1999.
In 2005, Carlyle was hired as the head coach of the Anaheim Ducks, where he led the team to their first Stanley Cup championship in 2007. He was known for his tough coaching style and his ability to motivate his players. Carlyle was fired from the Ducks in 2011 but was rehired in 2016.
Carlyle also coached the Toronto Maple Leafs from 2012 to 2015, but was fired after failing to make the playoffs in two of his three seasons. He was then hired as an assistant coach for the Winnipeg Jets in 2016 before being fired in 2019.
Throughout his career, Carlyle was known for his dedication to the game and his ability to get the most out of his players. He was a tough competitor on the ice and a demanding coach off the ice. Despite some ups and downs in his coaching career, Carlyle remains a respected figure in the hockey world.
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