Get to Know New Lightning Assistant Coach Dan Hinote
The Tampa Bay Lightning have begun their reloading of the coaching staff. The team announced they have hired Dan Hinote on Friday as an assistant coach. Tampa Bay Times’ Lightning…
Category Archives: NHL Coaching
Meet the New Canucks’ Assistant Coaches Kevin Dean, Scott Young & Brett McLean
The Vancouver Canucks finally rounded out their coaching staff for the 2025-26 season on Thursday (June 5). Kevin Dean, Scott Young and Brett McLean will be joining head coach Adam…
3 Lightning Assistant Coach Replacement Options
With 25 years of coaching experience, the Chicago Blackhawks hired Tampa Bay Lightning assistant coach Jeff Blashill for his second NHL head coaching gig. Chicago’s future has Connor Bedard, Frank…
History of NHL Coaches in the Playoff Handshake Line & Why They Belong
The handshake line is a time-honored NHL tradition at the end of a Stanley Cup Playoff series. The NHL is the only professional sports league in North America where players…
David Carle Made Right Decision by Forgoing NHL Coaching Gig
When Nashville Predators prospect Teddy Stiga scored the golden goal to win the World Junior Championship (WJC) for Team USA, it was business as usual for 35-year-old head coach David…
How the NHL Can Fix Flawed Jack Adams Award
Award season is nearly upon us. But when there’s a voting process in which fans have no say, there will be disagreements about how legacy-altering accolades are chosen. It’s natural.…
Patrick Roy & Martin St. Louis Showing Their Shortcomings Early in 2024-25
The New York Islanders and Montreal Canadiens played in a game that can be described best as a barnburner. It was tied at three after regulation, overtime, and multiple shootout…
Ducks’ Greg Cronin Has Options Ahead of Second Year as Head Coach
Training camps across the NHL are officially underway, which means everyone from owners, management, coaching staff, players, media, and everyone in between have gathered at practice facilities across North America…
Will Craig Berube’s Tough Love Lead to Maple Leafs Success?
As the Toronto Maple Leafs gear up for the new season, one of the most intriguing storylines will be the impact of their new head coach, Craig Berube. Known for…
5 NHL Head Coaches on the Hot Seat This Season
In today’s NHL, premier coaching is more crucial than ever. As demonstrated by the 2024 playoffs, the importance of having a strong leader is undeniable, whether it’s assembling a well-rounded…