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Who is Peter Laviolette?
Peter Laviolette is an American professional ice hockey coach and former player. He is currently the head coach of the Washington Capitals in the National Hockey League (NHL).
What teams has Peter Laviolette coached?
Peter Laviolette has coached several NHL teams, including the New York Islanders from 2001 to 2003, the Carolina Hurricanes from 2003 to 2008, the Philadelphia Flyers from 2009 to 2013, the Nashville Predators from 2014 to 2020, and currently the Washington Capitals since 2020.
What are Peter Laviolette's coaching achievements?
As a coach, Peter Laviolette has had a successful career. He led the Carolina Hurricanes to win the Stanley Cup in the 2005-2006 season, making him just the fourth American-born coach to win the Cup. He has also reached the Stanley Cup Finals with two other teams, the Philadelphia Flyers in 2010 and the Nashville Predators in 2017.
Did Peter Laviolette play professional hockey?
Yes, Peter Laviolette played professional hockey as a defenseman. He was drafted by the New York Rangers in the 1982 NHL Entry Draft and played eight games for the Rangers during the 1988-1989 season. He also played in the American Hockey League (AHL) and the International Hockey League (IHL) during his playing career.
Where is Peter Laviolette from?
Peter Laviolette was born on December 7, 1964, in Franklin, Massachusetts, United States. He is an American and has represented the United States as a coach in international competitions such as the Olympics and the World Cup of Hockey.