Craig Berube: Behind the Bench
Career Statistics and Coaching Tenure
Personal Information:
Position: Left Wing
Born: June 12, 1965 (age 57)
NHL Statistitics:
Teams Played For: Washington Capitals, Hartford Whalers, Calgary Flames, Toronto Maple Leafs, Philadelphia Flyers, and New York Islanders.
Games Played: 1052
Goals: 61
Assists: 98
Points: 159
Penalty Minutes: 3084
Coaching Career:
Current Team: St. Louis Blues
Seasons Coached: 10
Regular Season Record: 459-250-93
Playoff Record: 62-48
Notable Accomplishments:
- Stanley Cup Champion (as coach): 2019
- Jack Adams Award (NHL Coach of the Year): 2020
- Inducted into the Philadelphia Flyers Hall of Fame: 2020
Leadership and Legacy:
Craig Berube is known for his physical play, leadership skills, and tough coaching style. As a player, he was a gritty and hard-hitting winger who made a name for himself with his ability to protect his teammates and win puck battles. As a coach, he has instilled a similar mindset in his players, fostering a team culture that emphasizes hard work, discipline, and accountability.
Berube's success as a coach has been widely recognized. His ability to motivate and connect with his players has helped the St. Louis Blues reach new heights, culminating in their Stanley Cup victory in 2019. His coaching philosophy has become a model for other teams in the NHL, and he is widely regarded as one of the most respected coaches in the game today.
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