Background
Creamer was born in Chomedey, Quebec.
Creamer was born in Chomedey, Quebec.
He was head coach of the Pittsburgh Penguins during the 1987-1988 National Hockey League season. Creamer previously coached the Sherbrooke Canadiens, the American Hockey League affiliate of the Montreal Canadiens. Creamer had also held a job as coach of the Verdun Juniors of the QMJHL. Despite coaching a Mario Lemieux-led team that finished fourth in goals scored, Creamer"s 1987-1988 Penguins struggled defensively and finished last in the Patrick Division.
He was relieved of his position at season"s education
Creamer is currently the only "one year wonder" coach in National Hockey League history to have a winning record.