Ron Wilson is a former professional ice hockey player and coach who had a successful career in the National Hockey League (NHL). He was born on May 28, 1955, in Windsor, Ontario, Canada, and began playing hockey at a young age. Wilson played for several teams during his career, including the Toronto Maple Leafs, the Detroit Red Wings, and the Colorado Rockies.
Wilson was known for his speed and agility on the ice, as well as his ability to score goals. He was a skilled forward who could play both center and wing positions. Wilson was drafted by the Maple Leafs in 1975 and played for the team for four seasons. He then played for the Red Wings for two seasons before being traded to the Rockies in 1980.
After playing for the Rockies for one season, Wilson was traded to the Winnipeg Jets, where he played for two seasons. He then played for the Los Angeles Kings for one season before being traded back to the Maple Leafs in 1985. Wilson played for the Maple Leafs for two more seasons before retiring from professional hockey in 1987.
After his playing career ended, Wilson became a coach. He began coaching in the minor leagues before being hired as an assistant coach for the Vancouver Canucks in 1990. He then became the head coach of the Anaheim Ducks in 1993, leading the team to the playoffs in his first season.
Wilson went on to coach several other NHL teams, including the Washington Capitals, the San Jose Sharks, and the Toronto Maple Leafs. He was known for his aggressive coaching style and his ability to motivate his players. Wilson was also a successful international coach, leading the United States men's ice hockey team to a bronze medal at the 1996 World Cup of Hockey.
Throughout his career, Wilson was recognized for his contributions to the sport of hockey. He was inducted into the United States Hockey Hall of Fame in 1996 and was named the NHL Coach of the Year in 1998. Wilson retired from coaching in 2012, but his legacy in the sport of hockey continues to be felt today.
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