15 Most Famous Michigan Sports Alumni
By David Cuff
Dec 31, 2013; Detroit, MI, USA; Detroit Red Wings former forward Red Berenson (7) and Toronto Maple Leafs former forward Claude Loiselle (15) battle for the puck during the Alumni Showdown as part of the Winter Classic at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
15. Red Berenson-
Berenson played hockey at the University of Michigan in the late 1950’s and early 60’s. He was a two time All-American at Michigan before moving on to the NHL. He played for four different NHL teams from 1961-78 before retiring and getting into coaching. His first head coaching job was with the St. Louis Blues of the NHL where he went 100-72-32. After being fired from the St. Louis job after three seasons he moved on to his Alma mater, becoming Michigan head coach in 1984. He has become a legend over the last 31 seasons, compiling an 810-399-84 record. He has made 11 Frozen Fours and won two National Titles with the Wolverines.
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