About Steve Poapst
Born 1969. Steve Poapst is a Canadian ice hockey player.
Steve Ray Poapst (born January 3, 1969) is a Canadian former professional ice hockey defenceman who played seven seasons in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the Washington Capitals, Chicago Blackhawks, Pittsburgh Penguins and St. Louis Blues. Advancing to management after his playing career was over, he was named head coach of the USHL Chicago Steel in December 2006. In August 2010, Poapst moved up the ranks, taking an assistant coaching job with the Rockford IceHogs of the AHL, bringing him back into the Chicago Blackhawks system.
Career statistics Ice hockey
Roller hockey Regular season Season Team League GP G A Pts PIM 1994 New England Stingers RHI 20 6 23 29 47
Awards and honors Award Year All-ECAC Hockey Rookie Team 1987–88
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Who is Steve Poapst?
Canadian ice hockey player
When was Steve Poapst born?
Steve Poapst was born on 3 January 1969 in Cornwall.
What is Steve Poapst's occupation?
Steve Poapst is an ice hockey player.
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Steve Poapst is Canadian.
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