Sharks promote Charlie Townsend to Barracuda assistant GM
San Jose general manager Mike Grier adds the AHL title to Townsend's role as director of hockey operations.
Charlie Townsend has added San Jose Barracuda assistant general manager to his duties as director of hockey operations for the San Jose Sharks, Sharks general manager Mike Grier announced Saturday, Oct. 3.
Townsend will retain his Sharks position and work with Barracuda general manager Joe Will on the AHL club's hockey operations. His responsibilities include evaluating players, handling contracts and overseeing recalls and reassignments.
"Charlie has been a valuable resource for myself and our staff over the past several seasons," Grier said. "His knowledge of analytics, hockey strategy and systems is extremely unique. He is diligent in the work he produces and has a great ability to connect personally with people."
Townsend is beginning his 14th season with Sharks Sports & Entertainment. His previous roles span the Sharks, Barracuda and former Worcester Sharks, with work in scouting, coaching, player development and analytics.
As the Sharks' director of hockey operations, he brings data into decisions about players, the salary cap and coaching.
