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CTV News
17-07-2025
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- CTV News
Wayne Thomas, ex-NHL goalie, assistant and executive dies at 77
New York Islanders' Mike Bossy, left, watches the puck about to be deflected by New York Rangers goalie Wayne Thomas during an NHL hockey game at New York's Madison Square Garden, Nov. 12, 1978. (AP Photo/Ray Stubblebine, File) SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — Former NHL goaltender Wayne Thomas, who went on to have a lengthy career in hockey as a coach and an executive, has died from cancer. He was 77. A spokesperson for the San Jose Sharks confirmed the team learned of Thomas' death Wednesday from his family. The spokesperson said Thomas died at his home in Falmouth, Massachusetts. An Ottawa native, Thomas tended goal for Montreal, Toronto and the New York Rangers from 1973-80. He immediately went into coaching and spent time as an assistant with New York, Chicago, St. Louis and San Jose, with stints running the bench in the International Hockey League for teams in Salt Lake City and Peoria. Thomas spent nearly two decades in the Sharks' front office from the mid-1990s through 2015, a vast majority of the time in which he served as assistant general manager and vice president of hockey operations and oversaw their American Hockey League club. ___ AP NHL: The Associated Press
Reuters
17-07-2025
- Sport
- Reuters
Former NHL goalie, coach, executive Wayne Thomas dies at 77
July 17 - Wayne Thomas, who spent his entire professional career in professional hockey, died of cancer at his home in Falmouth, Mass. on Wednesday. The eight-year National Hockey League goalkeeper and former San Jose Sharks vice president was 77. A native of Ottawa, Thomas attended the University of Wisconsin and played three seasons (1968-70) for the legendary Bob Johnson, who would go on to winning a Stanley Cup as head coach of the 1990-91 Pittsburgh Penguins. Thomas made his NHL debut for the Montreal Canadiens during the 1972-73 season and became the 10th goalie in league history to record a shutout in his debut as Montreal blanked Vancouver, 3-0 on Jan. 14, 1973. He became the first Wisconsin Badger to play in the NHL. Thomas was a member of the Stanley Cup winning Montreal squad in 1972-73, although he did not play any games in the playoffs. He was traded to Toronto and earned All-Star Team honors in 1975-76. After two years in Toronto, he played his final four seasons with the New York Rangers (1977-81). After he retired in 1981, Thomas had several stints as a goalie coach with the Rangers, Chicago Blackhawks and St. Louis Blues over the next decade. In addition, he served as head coach in the International Hockey League for Rangers' and Blues' affiliates. In 1993, the San Jose Sharks -- a second-year NHL franchise -- hired Thomas as an assistant to the general manager and assistant coach. He worked behind the bench for three seasons, before going upstairs as assistant GM. Thomas became a vice president for the Sharks in 2001 and remained in both roles until his retirement in 2015. --Field Level Media
Canada News.Net
17-07-2025
- Sport
- Canada News.Net
Former NHL goalie, coach, executive Wayne Thomas dies at 77
(Photo credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images) Wayne Thomas, who spent his entire professional career in professional hockey, died of cancer at his home in Falmouth, Mass. on Wednesday. The eight-year National Hockey League goalkeeper and former San Jose Sharks vice president was 77. A native of Ottawa, Thomas attended the University of Wisconsin and played three seasons (1968-70) for the legendary Bob Johnson, who would go on to winning a Stanley Cup as head coach of the 1990-91 Pittsburgh Penguins. Thomas made his NHL debut for the Montreal Canadiens during the 1972-73 season and became the 10th goalie in league history to record a shutout in his debut as Montreal blanked Vancouver, 3-0 on Jan. 14, 1973. He became the first Wisconsin Badger to play in the NHL. Thomas was a member of the Stanley Cup winning Montreal squad in 1972-73, although he did not play any games in the playoffs. He was traded to Toronto and earned All-Star Team honors in 1975-76. After two years in Toronto, he played his final four seasons with the New York Rangers (1977-81). After he retired in 1981, Thomas had several stints as a goalie coach with the Rangers, Chicago Blackhawks and St. Louis Blues over the next decade. In addition, he served as head coach in the International Hockey League for Rangers' and Blues' affiliates. In 1993, the San Jose Sharks -- a second-year NHL franchise -- hired Thomas as an assistant to the general manager and assistant coach. He worked behind the bench for three seasons, before going upstairs as assistant GM. Thomas became a vice president for the Sharks in 2001 and remained in both roles until his retirement in 2015.
Time of India
16-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Former San Jose Sharks executive and NHL goalie Wayne Thomas passes away at 77
Photo: Kavin Mistry/AHL Wayne Thomas, a former NHL goaltender and longtime San Jose Sharks executive, has passed away at the age of 77. The Sharks announced the news on Monday, confirming Thomas died after a battle with cancer. Known for his impact both on the ice and behind the scenes, Thomas was respected across the hockey world for his dedication, leadership, and love for the game. San Jose Sharks mourn loss of former executive Wayne Thomas The San Jose Sharks paid tribute to Thomas, who spent over two decades with the organization before retiring in 2015 as assistant general manager and vice president. He originally joined the Sharks in 1993, serving in various roles including assistant coach and executive, helping shape the team's hockey operations during a key period of growth. The team noted that beyond hockey, Thomas found his greatest joy in his family, especially his grandchildren. Thomas's NHL playing and coaching career A native of Ottawa, Wayne Thomas played eight seasons in the NHL between 1972 and 1981 with the Montreal Canadiens, Toronto Maple Leafs, and New York Rangers. His best season came in 1975–76 with the Maple Leafs, where he earned an NHL All-Star selection, finishing with a 28-24-12 record, a 3.20 goals-against average, and a .900 save percentage. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like いつ解約しても100%以上の返戻率。 明治安田生命 詳細 Undo In the All-Star Game, he helped the Wales Conference to a 7-5 victory. Thomas appeared in 243 NHL games and retired with a 103-93-34 record, a 3.34 GAA, and a .891 save percentage. After his playing days, he remained involved in hockey as a goaltending coach with the Rangers, then became head coach of the IHL's Salt Lake City Eagles, winning a championship in 1986. He also served as an assistant coach with the Chicago Blackhawks and St. Louis Blues, mentoring goalies like Eddie Belfour and Curtis Joseph. Remembered for family and legacy beyond Hockey The Sharks highlighted Thomas's passion for family life in his later years. 'During the last 17 years of Wayne's life, his greatest joy and love was his grandchildren,' the team said in a statement. He is survived by his wife, three daughters, a brother, and several grandchildren. Wayne Thomas leaves behind a lasting legacy in both the NHL and the San Jose Sharks organization. His dedication as a player, coach, and executive made him a respected figure in hockey, and his personal warmth left a lasting mark on all who knew him. Also Read: 'I do not see it, period': John Shannon rules out Sidney Crosby trade Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
New York Post
16-07-2025
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- New York Post
Wayne Thomas, former Rangers goalie, dead at 77
Access the Rangers beat like never before Join Post Sports+ for exciting subscriber-only features, including real-time texting with Mollie Walker about the inside buzz on the Rangers. tRY IT NOW Wayne Thomas, a former goaltender who spent his last four years in the NHL with the Rangers, died Monday after a battle with cancer, the Sharks said in a statement on Wednesday. He was 77. An undrafted netminder out of Ottawa, Ontario, Thomas enjoyed an eight-year career in the league before he made the jump into management. He played for the Canadiens, Maple Leafs and the Rangers, who claimed him in the 1977 Waiver Draft to serve as a tandem with John Davidson. Advertisement When he hung up the skates in 1981, Thomas finished with a 103-93-34 record, a 3.34 goals-against average and 10 shutouts. 3 Wayne Thomas, a former Rangers goalie and longtime Sharks executive, has died at the age of 77. NHLI via Getty Images He posted a 34-43-11 record over four years with the Blueshirts. Advertisement The Rangers hired Thomas as a goaltending coach after he retired, making him one of the first of his kind in professional hockey. He remained in that post through the 1984-85 season. Read the expert take on the Blueshirts Sign up for Larry Brooks' Inside the Rangers, a weekly Sports+ exclusive. Thank you Enter your email address Please provide a valid email address. By clicking above you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Enjoy this Post Sports+ exclusive newsletter! Check out more newsletters Thomas later became the head coach of the Salt Lake Golden Eagles in the International Hockey League. The Golden Eagles won the Turner Cup, the league's championship trophy, in just his second year at the helm – a feat he earned the Commissioner's Trophy for as the IHL's Coach of the Year. After serving as an assistant coach with the Blackhawks and Blues, Thomas joined the Sharks as assistant to the general manager and assistant coach. Advertisement 3 Wayne Thomas playing goalie for the Rangers. NHLI via Getty Images 3 Wayne Thomas wearing an 'Appleface' mask for the Rangers. Getty Images The Canadian made his mark on the organization over the next 21 years, rising from a day-to-day goalie coach to assistant general manager. Advertisement Thomas capped 45 years in hockey when he retired from his post as the Sharks' vice president and assistant general manager in 2015. According to the Sharks, Thomas passed peacefully at home surrounded by his family.
