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Will Joel Ward become the NHL’s second Black head coach? His peers have ‘no doubt’
The NHL has only seen one Black head coach in its 109-year league history, and not even for a full season.
Trent Whitfield Named Head Coach of Providence Bruins; Ryan Ward Added to Coaching Staff
Whitfield, 49, spent the past 10 seasons (2016-26) as an assistant coach with the Providence Bruins.
McDavid, Draisaitl believe Babcock is ‘perfect fit’ as Oilers coach
Star forwards pumped to play for Stanley Cup winner with window still open.
Utah Mammoth Name Andrew Agozzino Assistant Coach of Tucson Roadrunners
The Utah Mammoth announced today that the National Hockey League (NHL) club has named Andrew Agozzino assistant coach of the Tucson Roadrunners.
Ducks Name Manson Head Coach of San Diego Gulls
Kelly Buchberger and Steve McCarthy join Gulls staff as assistant coaches.
Islanders coach Peter DeBoer on NHL offseason of preparation, need for team changes
New York Islanders general manager Mathieu Darche did not make any noisy moves through trades and NHL free agency this summer.
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