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Jimmy Skinner (James Donald Skinner) was born on 12 January, 1917 in Selkirk, Manitoba, Canada, is a Canadian ice hockey coach. Discover Jimmy Skinner's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 90 years old?

Popular As James Donald Skinner
Occupation N/A
Age 90 years old
Zodiac Sign Capricorn
Born 12 January, 1917
Birthday 12 January
Birthplace Selkirk, Manitoba, Canada
Date of death 11 July, 2007
Died Place Windsor, Ontario, Canada
Nationality Canada

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Jimmy Skinner Height, Weight & Measurements

At 90 years old, Jimmy Skinner height is 5 ft 9 in (175 cm) and Weight 180 lb (82 kg; 12 st 12 lb).

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Height 5 ft 9 in (175 cm)
Weight 180 lb (82 kg; 12 st 12 lb)
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Dating & Relationship status

He is currently single. He is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about He's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, He has no children.

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Jimmy Skinner Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Jimmy Skinner worth at the age of 90 years old? Jimmy Skinner’s income source is mostly from being a successful player. He is from Canada. We have estimated Jimmy Skinner's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2024 $1 Million - $5 Million
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Net Worth in 2023 Pending
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1917

James Donald Skinner (January 12, 1917 – July 11, 2007) was the head coach, chief scout and farm director, director of player personnel, director of hockey operations, assistant general manager, and general manager for the Detroit Red Wings of the National Hockey League.

Skinner played for the Selkirk Fishermen, Winnipeg Rangers and the Winnipeg Falcons in his teens.

He was offered a contract with New York Rangers but declined the offer and played for the Flin Flon Bombers instead.

1929

After their father James Skinner Sr. died, the three of them inherited "Skinner's" restaurant (established in 1929) located in Lockport, Manitoba, Canada.

1938

Skinner was a member of the Bombers team, which won the Sask. Senior Hockey League Championship in 1938.

1943

Skinner would later move on to serve as a player/coach for the Omaha Knights, followed by a stint with the Indianapolis Capitals playing alongside his brother, Morden Huron Lake "Ducky" Skinner in 1943.

Skinner's playing career ended prematurely as a result of injuries.

It was at that time, Skinner opted to enter the coaching ranks.

Skinner married Vivian Anna Reynolds in 1943.

The couple had four children, Holly, Karen, Tess, and James (Jr).

1947

Skinner was hired to coach the Windsor Spitfires by Jack Adams in 1947, staying in the position until 1953, when he became the head coach of the Hamilton Red Wings, where he guided the team to a Memorial Cup victory in 1962.

1953

At the end of 1953-54 season, Skinner was hired by Adams to serve as the head coach for the Detroit Red Wings.

1954

Skinner finished his coaching career with a record of 123–78–46, coaching in three National Hockey League All-Star Games from 1954 to 1958.

1955

As a rookie head coach, Skinner guided the Red Wings to a victory over the Montreal Canadiens in the 1955 Stanley Cup Finals, which wound up being the last time the Red Wings won the trophy until 1997.

Skinner is credited with starting the tradition of kissing the Stanley Cup upon victory.

1956

In the 1956-57 season, Skinner guided the Red Wings to a first place finish in the standings, before being defeated by the Boston Bruins in the 1957 Stanley Cup playoffs.

1958

Skinner resigned as the Red Wings head coach in 1958, due to illness.

1977

He was first inducted into the Detroit Red Wings Hall of Fame in 1977 and the Windsor Essex County Sports Hall of Fame as a founder in 2006.

1983

Skinner continued to work for the team in different managerial duties, before his retirement in 1983.

Skinner was credited with the implementation of the NHL Entry Draft, which was meant to give teams a chance to select players outside their territorial region.

Skinner was inducted into numerous sports hall of fames for his contributions.

2007

Skinner died in Windsor, Ontario on July 11, 2007, six months after his wife's death.

Both of Skinner's nicknames, "Jimmy" and "Jimmie", were used in his professional playing and coaching careers.

2014

Skinner was inducted as a builder into both the Manitoba Hockey Hall of Fame in 1986 and the Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame as May 24, 2014.

Skinner had two brothers, Gordon and Morden (Ducky).