How coach Jack ‘Tex’ Evans helped build a foundation of more than 3,000 NHL wins
The first thing new players usually noticed when they hopped onto the ice for practice was the coach’s hands.
The first thing new players usually noticed when they hopped onto the ice for practice was the coach’s hands.
Sportsnet Hockey Central have spent time over the last few weeks speaking with many of our head coaches during the paused NHL season. Take a listen.
Learn more about your favorite NHL coaches and meet those you don’t yet know in the NHLCA’s Behind The Boards feature.
In 2008, Luke Richardson played two games with the Ottawa Senators before trading in his stick and skates for a suit and whiteboard, as assistant coach on game night. He was a veteran defenceman in the NHL, tallying 1996 penalty minutes and a reputation for being an effective communicator- a skill the Sens were interested in employing.
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