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COACHINGVANAug 12, 2026

Cara Gardner Morey trades GM role for Goldeneyes coaching job

Vancouver's architect steps behind the bench after building the roster in the Goldeneyes' inaugural season.

Washington Capitals center Trent Whitfield, right, skates against New Jersey Devils right wing Brian Gionta on December 28, 2002. File photo.
Lou Capozzola-USA TODAY NETWORK
COACHINGPROAug 12, 2026

Trent Whitfield Named Providence Bruins Head Coach

The longtime assistant coach takes over as the 14th head coach in franchise history after a decade on the staff.

COACHINGCOLJul 21, 2026

Jussi Ahokas Named Colorado Eagles Head Coach

The Colorado Avalanche hired the Memorial Cup–winning bench boss to lead their AHL affiliate.

COACHINGABBJul 21, 2026

Abbotsford Canucks Hire Ryan Papaioannou as Head Coach

The 41-year-old Calgary native replaces Manny Malhotra, who was promoted to Vancouver in June.

Sheldon Keefe coaches the New Jersey Devils against Carolina at Lenovo Center on March 28, 2026. File photo.
James Guillory-Imagn Images
COACHINGNJDSTLFLAJul 15, 2026

Devils Add Four to Coaching Staff Under Sheldon Keefe

New Jersey names Leo Luongo director of goaltending, adds Ted Donato and AJ MacLean as assistant coaches, and Dan Stewart as goaltending coach.