Ron Wilson (ice hockey, born 1955)

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Ron Wilson
Wilson in 2010, coaching the Maple Leafs
Born (1955-05-28) May 28, 1955 (age 68)
Windsor, Ontario, Canada
Height 5 ft 11 in (180 cm)
Weight 175 lb (79 kg; 12 st 7 lb)
Position Defense
Shot Right
Played for Toronto Maple Leafs
Kloten Flyers
HC Davos
Minnesota North Stars
National team  United States
NHL Draft 132nd overall, 1975
Toronto Maple Leafs
WHA Draft 176th overall, 1974
Houston Aeros
Playing career 1977–1988

Ronald Lawrence Wilson (born May 28, 1955) is a former ice hockey player. He was the head coach of the Toronto Maple Leafs from 2008 to 2012. He also was the coach for the San Jose Sharks, Washington Capitals, Vancouver Canucks, and Anaheim Mighty Ducks of the NHL. Wilson was born in Windsor, Ontario, Canada. He is a citizen of both Canada and the United States.

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