Stars' Ruff ties Ron Wilson for 5th all time in games coached

Dallas Stars head coach Lindy Ruff joined elite company when he stepped behind the bench Thursday night.

Taking in his 1,401 game as a coach, he passed former Toronto Maple Leafs and Vancouver Canucks great Patt Quinn, and tied Ron Wilson for fifth-most games coached in NHL history.

During his 18-year career, Ruff has amassed a record of 694-515-192. His 694 wins also put him fifth all-time.

This year he has coached his Stars to a Western Conference-best 91 points.