Pat Quinn was a Canadian ice hockey coach and executive, best known for his time as the head coach of the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Vancouver Canucks. He was born on January 29, 1943, in Hamilton, Ontario, and had a successful playing career before transitioning to coaching. Quinn led teams to multiple playoff appearances and was known for his strong leadership and strategic approach to the game. In addition to his coaching career, Quinn served as the general manager for several teams and was involved in international hockey, notably coaching the Canadian national team to a gold medal at the 2002 Winter Olympics. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2016, recognizing his significant contributions to the sport.