Curt Giles
Curtis Jon Giles (born October 30, 1958) is a retired Canadian ice hockey defenceman. He was born in The Pas, Manitoba.
Selected by the Minnesota North Stars in the 1978 NHL Entry Draft, Giles had two tours with the North Stars (1979–86 and 1987–91). During each tour, his steady defensive play helped guide the North Stars to finals appearances in 1981 and 1991. Giles also played for the New York Rangers and St. Louis Blues.
He currently serves as the head hockey coach at Edina High School, Minnesota.
Awards & Achievements
- WCHA First All-Star Team (1978 & 1979)
- NCAA West First All-American Team (1978 & 1979)
- World Championship Bronze Medalist (1987)
- Olympic silver Medalist (1992)
- “Honoured Member” of the Manitoba Hockey Hall of Fame