Commissioner Bettman Statement on the Passing of Bill Dineen
Gary Bettman, Commissioner of the National
Hockey League, released the following statement upon the passing of Stanley Cup
champion and former Philadelphia Flyers coach Bill Dineen:
“Bill Dineen devoted his career to our sport, winning two Stanley Cups with the
Detroit Red Wings, shaping the lives of numerous players during decades of coaching
and crafting a hockey legacy that carries on today through his sons,” Commissioner
Bettman said. “The National Hockey League sends heartfelt condolences to the Dineen
family on the passing of this distinguished and greatly respected individual.”