Eddie Johnston
Career Overview

Players Hockey Eddie Johnston

Eddie Johnston, a name synonymous with the world of professional hockey, embarked on his career as a goaltender in the National Hockey League (NHL) during the early 1960s. Born on November 24, 1935, in Montreal, Quebec, Johnston's journey in hockey began in the minor leagues before he made his NHL debut with the Boston Bruins. His tenure with

Eddie Johnston, a name synonymous with the world of professional hockey, embarked on his career as a goaltender in the National Hockey League (NHL) during the early 1960s. Born on November 24, 1935, in Montreal, Quebec, Johnston's journey in hockey began in the minor leagues before he made his NHL debut with the Boston Bruins. His tenure with

Career Coaching Record

NHL 1980-1997

Win-Loss

266–251

Win %

.515

Post Season

25–28

Championships

0

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Career Timeline

1963-1973

Boston Bruins (NHL)

Player

1974

Toronto Maple Leafs (NHL)

Player

1975-1978

St. Louis Blues (NHL)

Player

1978

Chicago Black Hawks (NHL)

Player

1980

Chicago Black Hawks (NHL)

Head Coach

1981-1997

Pittsburgh Penguins (NHL)

Head Coach

1984-1988

Pittsburgh Penguins (NHL)

General Manager

1989-1992

Hartford Whalers (NHL)

General Manager

Personal Profile

Born Nov 24th, 1935

Age 88 years old

Height / Weight 6' 0" 190 lbs

Position G

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