Tom McVie, the legendary hockey coach known for guiding the Winnipeg Jets to the WHA championship in 1979, has passed away at the age of 89. McVie was a pivotal figure in hockey, serving as the Jets' first NHL coach and later coaching the New Jersey Devils and the Washington Capitals. His NHL record stands at 126 wins, 263 losses, and 73 ties across eight seasons.
McVie remained involved in the sport as a Bruins assistant and team ambassador, earning recognition when the Bruins won the Stanley Cup in 2011. Boston president Cam Neely praised McVie, highlighting his contributions to the Bruins family and his indelible impact on the game.