Born: | December 24, 1929 | Draft: | Undrafted |
Hometown: | Peterborough, Ontario | Position: | Center |
Known For: | Shoots: | Left | |
National Team: | N/A | Current Team: | Retired |
George James “Red” Sullivan (December 24, 1929 – January 19, 2019) was a Canadian professional ice hockey player who played in the National Hockey League (NHL) from 1949 to 1961. After finishing his playing career Sullivan became a coach, serving in that role between 1962 and 1975.
Red Sullivan Statistics
Deeper Dive
- Penguins First Coach Red Sullivan Set Tone for Franchise
- 50 Years Ago in Hockey: The Coaches – Red Sullivan
Staff History
- NHL, New York Rangers, Head Coach (1963-1966)
- NHL, Pittsburgh Penguins, Head Coach (1967-1969)
- NHL, Washington Capitals, Head Coach (1974-1975)
Achievements
- NHL All-Star Game (1955, 1956, 1958, 1959, 1960)