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MINNEAPOLIS -- Walter Bush, the former USA Hockey president and primary founder of the Minnesota North Stars, died Thursday. He was 86.USA Hockey confirmed Bushs death, saying: Hockey mourns tonight the passing of USA Hockeys Walter Bush, a pioneer in the game and one of the most beloved figures in the sport.The Minneapolis native was enshrined into the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame in 1980, the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2000, and the IIHF Hall of Fame in 2009. Awarded the Olympic Order in 2002, he managed the 1959 U.S. national team and 1964 U.S. Olympic team, serving on the U.S. Olympic Committee in 1963.Bush was selected the NHLs Executive of the Year in 1972 by The Hockey News, and won the Lester Patrick Trophy in 1973 for his contributions to the sport in the United States. As USA Hockey president, Bush played a large role in the addition of womens hockey to the Olympics in 1998.Walter Bush was a formidable presence at all levels of the hockey world, NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman said in a statement. Walter made important and lasting contributions to the sport. His impact was felt, nationally and internationally, in the professional and the amateur ranks, in womens hockey as well as mens. He helped launch the Minnesota North Stars, helped found the Central Hockey League, worked tirelessly to get womens hockey into the Olympics and properly earned global respect for his devotion to the growth of hockey everywhere.Most important, Walter was a wonderful man -- loved and respected and a delight to be with. The NHL family sends thoughts of condolence and comfort to Walters family and many friends.Bush played high school hockey at Breck School and was a hockey and football player in college at Dartmouth. While working on his law degree at the University of Minnesota, he helped start the Central Hockey League in 1955. He served as leagues commissioner for three seasons and, at one point, owned, managed and coached the Minneapolis Bruins.With the North Stars, Bush directed the merger with the Cleveland Barons in 1978. The Stars franchise now plays in Dallas.Bush also owned the American Hockey Leagues Kentucky Thoroughblades. Zack Greinke Astros Jersey . Pettersen, winner of last years Evian Championships, had nine birdies and three bogeys, holding off a series of challengers led by Marion Ricordeau of France. The second-ranked Norwegian made her season debut after missing the LPGA Tours opening event last month in the Bahamas because of a shoulder injury. Yordan Alvarez Jersey . The Browns coaching search remains incomplete. https://www.cheapastros.com/1613o-jose-cruz-jersey-astros.html .com) - The Edmonton Oilers and Vancouver Canucks both take aim at their first wins of the season on Saturday, as the Canucks open their home slate at Rogers Arena. Jimmy Wynn Astros Jersey . Brett Kulak and Jackson Houck of the Vancouver Giants were each charged with assault causing bodily harm on Aug. 18, according to the B.C. court services. Don Wilson Jersey . It was just business as usual for the Thunder at home. Durant scored 32 points and the Thunder beat the Bulls 107-95 on Thursday night for their eighth straight win. Melbourne Victory coach Kevin Muscat has his wish for breathing space between the two Melbourne derbies next month, with their FFA Cup meeting scheduled for October 25.Cup holders Victory and cross-town rivals Melbourne City will meet in the first all-A-League cup derby at AAMI Park just 10 days after their round two A-League meeting at Etihad Stadium.Canberra Olympic and Sydney FC will play the first semi-final on October 19, with their meeting set down for Viking Park in Wanniassa.In giving Canberra the earlier fixture, FFA has decided against holding two derbies within four days.After winning through to the last four of the competition on Tuesday against Bentleigh Greens, Muscat said holding two derbies too closely together would reduce their attendance and impact.Muscat told AAP the rivalry is just going to grow and grow and grow.dddddddddddd.It will continue to intensify the more games that are played. Were blessed already that this year there will be an extra one, he said.As a code were blessed weve got something here that no one else can replicate - a true, pure cup competition.The timing might be seen to slightly disadvantage City, which must back up to play Adelaide United three days later at the same venue.Victory dont have to play again until the following Monday, when Wellington Phoenix visit for their annual match on the eve of Melbourne Cup day.City coach John van t Schip said he had no qualms with the fixture.We just focus on the next game. Im okay with whatever they say, he told AAP. ' ' '