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Gary Bettman

Gary Bruce Bettman (born June 2, 1952) is an American sports executive who serves as the commissioner of the National Hockey League (NHL), a post he has held since February 1, 1993. Previously, Bettman was a senior vice president and general counsel to the National Basketball Association (NBA). Bettman is a graduate of Cornell University and New York…

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Alma mater
Cornell University (BA) · New York University (JD)
Awards
Hockey Hall of Fame (2018)
Born
Gary Bruce Bettman (1952-06-02) June 2, 1952 (age 74) Queens, New York, U.S.
Children
3
Preceded by
Gil Stein (as President)
Relatives
Jeffrey Pollack (half-brother)

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Gary Bettman

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Gary Bettman → Gary Bruce Bettman (1952-06-02) June 2, 1952 (age 74) Queens, New York, U.S.
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