Normand Rochefort

Normand Rochefort

Normand Rochefort was born on January 28th, 1961

Full Name: Normand Rochefort
Born: January 28, 1961
Occupation: Ice hockey player and coach
Nationality: Canadian
Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
Position: Defenceman
Team: New York Rangers
Coaching: Quebec Remparts

A Hall of Fame defenseman and coach, known for his 14-year NHL playing career and later coaching the Quebec Nordiques.

Timeline
1961
Born in Quebec
Normand Rochefort was born on January 28, 1961, in Quebec City, Quebec, Canada.
1980
Drafted by the NHL
Rochefort was drafted by the Quebec Nordiques in the 1980 NHL Entry Draft.
1982
Played in the NHL
Rochefort made his NHL debut with the Quebec Nordiques, playing a total of 12 games.
1985
Coached in the QMJHL
Rochefort began his coaching career in the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League (QMJHL).
2000
Coached in the NHL
Rochefort became an assistant coach in the NHL, working for the Montreal Canadiens.
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What is Normand Rocheforts hockey coaching style?
Normand Rochefort is known for his defensive-minded coaching style, which emphasizes strong goaltending and tight defensive play. Under his guidance, teams often focus on neutralizing their opponents top scoring threats.
What teams did Normand Rochefort play for in his NHL career?
Normand Rochefort played for the New York Rangers, Los Angeles Kings, and Quebec Nordiques during his NHL career, which spanned from 1984 to 1994.
How did Normand Rochefort transition from player to coach?
After retiring from playing, Normand Rochefort began his coaching career in the minor leagues, working his way up to become an assistant coach in the NHL before landing his first head coaching job.
What is Normand Rocheforts most notable coaching achievement?
Normand Rochefort led the Albany River Rats to a Calder Cup championship in 1995, earning himself the AHLs Coach of the Year award.
What is Normand Rochefort doing now?
After coaching in the NHL and AHL, Normand Rochefort has transitioned to scouting, serving as a pro scout for the NHLs Montreal Canadiens.

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