RIP Johnny Wilson

[higgyfan4]

Very sad news for the hockey world from Toronto Maple Leafs coach Ron Wilson:

My uncle, Johnny Wilson, passed away this morning at 82 yrs.He was a warrior thru & thru, right to the end.Our family will miss him dearly.
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Uncle John played for Wings, Hawks,Leafs& Rangers. 688 gms. 4 Stanley Cups. Coached 7 seasons, LA, Det, Colorado, Pitt. Ironman-560 gms.

KuklasKorner : The Malik Report : Former Red Wing Johnny Wilson passes away

 

[evolver115]

In three seasons as the HC in Pittsburgh, he took them to the playoffs twice. Certainly carved a niche in the history of the NHL in his day.

RIP Johnny

 

[beantownmaniac]

Same age as my mom and older than my dad. Too young IMO