Rob Tallas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Rob Tallas |
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| Born | March 20, 1973 Edmonton, Alberta, Canada |
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| Height | 6 ft 0 in (183 cm) | ||
| Weight | 178 lb (81 kg; 12 st 10 lb) | ||
| Position | Goaltender | ||
| Caught | Left | ||
| Played for | Boston Bruins Chicago Blackhawks |
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| NHL Draft | Undrafted | ||
| Playing career | 1994–2005 | ||
Robert Wayne "Robbie" Tallas is a former professional ice hockey goaltender from Canada. He was born on March 20, 1973. Robbie played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the Boston Bruins and Chicago Blackhawks between 1996 and 2001. After his playing career, he became a successful coach.
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Robbie Tallas: From Player to Coach
Playing in the NHL
Robbie Tallas played in 99 NHL games during his career. As a goalie, his job was to stop the puck from going into the net. He had a record of 28 wins, 42 losses, and 10 ties. This means he helped his team win 28 games, lost 42, and tied 10. He was known for his quick reflexes and dedication.
An Emergency Backup
Robbie Tallas had a couple of exciting moments after he stopped playing professionally. Even though he had retired, he almost played in an NHL game again!
Almost Back on the Ice
On March 3, 2013, Robbie Tallas suited up as a backup goalie for the Florida Panthers. He was working as a coach for them at the time. He was ready to play if needed, but the main goalie was able to finish the game.
A Close Call in 2015
Exactly two years later, on March 3, 2015, something similar happened. Both of the Florida Panthers' goalies got hurt during a game against the Toronto Maple Leafs. One goalie, Al Montoya, stayed in the game even though he was injured. Robbie Tallas quickly went to the dressing room to get his gear on. He warmed up in the tunnel, ready to jump in. However, the other injured goalie, Roberto Luongo, was able to return to the game. So, Robbie didn't have to play, but he was officially on the team roster and ready to go!
Coaching Success
After his playing days, Robbie Tallas became a respected coach. Since August 2009, he has been the goaltending coach for the Florida Panthers. This means he helps train and guide the team's goalies.
International Coaching
Robbie also shared his knowledge on the international stage. He was part of the coaching staff for the Italy men's national ice hockey team. This was during the 2019 IIHF World Championship, a big international hockey tournament.
Stanley Cup Champion Coach
Robbie Tallas has achieved great success as a coach. He helped the Florida Panthers win the Stanley Cup, which is the biggest championship in ice hockey. He won back-to-back Stanley Cup championships as a Goaltending Coach with the Panthers in 2024 and 2025. This is a huge accomplishment for any hockey team and its coaching staff!
