Paul Coffey is a retired Canadian professional ice hockey player, widely regarded as one of the greatest defensemen in the history of the sport. Born on June 1, 1961, in Toronto, Ontario, he played in the NHL for several teams, including the Edmonton Oilers, Pittsburgh Penguins, and Detroit Red Wings. Coffey was known for his exceptional skating ability and offensive skills, contributing significantly to his teams' successes. Throughout his career, Coffey won four Stanley Cups and was selected to the NHL All-Star Game multiple times. He is also a member of the Hockey Hall of Fame, having been inducted in 2004. With over 1,500 career points, Coffey remains one of the highest-scoring defensemen in NHL history.