Mike Van Ryn
Michael Theodore Van Ryn (born May 14, 1979) is a Canadian former professional ice hockey defenceman and current assistant coach for the Toronto Maple Leafs. He played for the St. Louis Blues, Florida Panthers, and Maple Leafs during his National Hockey League career. Playing career College and junior career University of Michigan Wolverines (1997–1999) Van Ryn played with the University of Michigan Wolverines in 1997-98, where in 38 games, he scored four goals and 18 points. He helped the team win the National Championship, as Michigan defeated Boston College 3–2 in overtime in the final game. Van Ryn returned to Michigan for the 1998–99 season, as he scored 10 goals and 23 points in 37 games. His 10 goals led all defensemen on the team. Sarnia Sting (1999–2000) Van Ryn joined the Sarnia Sting of the Ontario Hockey League for the 1999–2000 season. He was drafted by the Sting in the eighth round, 133rd overall, in the 1996 OHL Priority Selection. He made his OHL debut on September 24, 1999, as he was held off the score sheet in 2–2 tie against the Plymouth Whalers. On September 26, Van Ryn earned his first point, an assist, in a 6–1 win