Pat Burns passed away on Friday after a courageous battle with cancer. Burns was a part of the New Jersey Devils coaching staff for eight years and in 2003 coached them to the Stanley Cup Championship.
“On behalf of the ownership, management, staff, and players of the New Jersey Devils, we are all deeply saddened by the loss of Pat Burns,” said Devils’ President/CEO/General Manager Lou Lamoriello. “Pat was a close friend to us all, while dedicating his life to his family and to the game of hockey. He has been part of our family here in New Jersey for eight years. Today, the hockey world has lost a great friend and ambassador. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife, Line, and the entire Burns’ family.”
So sad. Keep his family in your thoughts!
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