Pat Burns
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Pat Burns, a revered figure in the world of professional hockey, began his NHL coaching career with the Montreal Canadiens. His journey in the NHL started in 1988 when he took the helm of the Canadiens, leading them to the Stanley Cup Finals in his first season. Burns quickly gained a reputation for his defensive coaching style and

Pat Burns, a revered figure in the world of professional hockey, began his NHL coaching career with the Montreal Canadiens. His journey in the NHL started in 1988 when he took the helm of the Canadiens, leading them to the Stanley Cup Finals in his first season. Burns quickly gained a reputation for his defensive coaching style and

Career Coaching Record

NHL 1989-2004

Win-Loss

501–353

Win %

.587

Post Season

78–71

Championships

1

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Career Timeline

1989-1992

Montreal Canadiens (NHL)

Head Coach

1993-1996

Toronto Maple Leafs (NHL)

Head Coach

1998-2001

Boston Bruins (NHL)

Head Coach

2003-2004

New Jersey Devils (NHL)

Head Coach

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