Ernie Gare Jr.

(Feb. 14, 1952 —)

Born in Nelson, B.C., he is of a legendary hockey family. . . . Ernie Sr. is a member of the B.C. Hockey Hall of Fame. Brothers Danny and Morey had professional playing careers, and brother-in-law Tom Renney was a coach of note. . . . Ernie Jr. got NHL scouting career started with Toronto Maple Leafs (1993-97), then joined Boston Bruins (1997-2000). . . . Finished up with New York Rangers (2000-15). . . . Earlier, he became the first person to win BCHL championship as a player and as a coach. He won BCHL scoring title in 1971-72 as he helped Vernon Essos to the title. . . . As a coach, he guided Vernon Lakers to BCHL championships in 1987-88 and 1988-89. . . . As a player, he won Allan Cup (1976) with Spokane Flyers and Savage Cup with Trail Smoke Eaters (1979).