Mike O'Connell

Michael Thomas O'Connell (born November 25, 1955) is an American former professional ice hockey player and general manager. He played 860 National Hockey League (NHL) regular season games between 1977 and 1990 and later served as the general manager of the Boston Bruins from 2000 until 2006. Currently, O'Connell is the Director of Pro Development for the Los Angeles Kings. He is the son of former National Football League (NFL) quarterback Tommy O'Connell and brother of former World Hockey Association (WHA) player Tim O'Connell. O'Connell was raised in Cohasset, Massachusetts and had a successful hockey career, receiving honors such as the best OMJHL defenseman in 1974-75.