The New York Rangers have announced the addition of two former Columbus Blue Jackets stalwarts to their coaching staff, tapping Derick Brassard and Jonathan Quick for key development roles.
A double addition to the staff
Brassard, a first‑round pick in 2011, spent six seasons in Columbus where he amassed 169 points in 309 games before being dealt to the Rangers midway through the 2012‑13 campaign. His experience as a centre and his deep familiarity with the organization make him a natural fit for the new player development assistant position.
Quick, a three‑time Stanley Cup champion, concluded his playing career with the Rangers after a brief stint in the Blue Jackets system during the 2022‑23 season. The veteran netminder will now serve as the team’s director of goaltending development, bringing his championship pedigree to the club’s future net‑minders.
Both moves underscore the Rangers’ strategy of leveraging alumni who have experienced the organization from multiple angles. Brassard’s trade to New York and Quick’s final NHL chapters both ended with the club, reinforcing a narrative of homecoming that the front office hopes will translate into on‑ice success.
The appointments were first reported by The Athletic and have been confirmed by the team’s official channels, including the New York Post. The hires come as the Rangers look to bolster their developmental pipelines ahead of the upcoming season.