Mike Foligno

About

Hockey coach and former player who has been an assistant coach for NHL teams like the Anaheim Ducks and New Jersey Devils. He was previously a winger most famous for his time with the Buffalo Sabres.

Before Fame

He played soccer during his early years growing up in Italy.

Trivia

During his playing days, after scoring a goal, he would perform a celebratory jump which came to be known as "The Foligno Leap."

Family Life

His sons Marcus and Nick Foligno both became NHL players as well.

Associated With

He and Mike Blaisdell are both former first round draft picks of the Detroit Red Wings.