AHL Coaches Elevate to NHL Leadership in Record Numbers
The 2025‑26 season marks a milestone as 21 NHL clubs appoint former AHL head coaches to head‑coaching or senior assistant roles, underscoring the league’s deep talent pipeline.
Jul 28, 2026
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Boston Bruins Front Office Overhaul Ahead of New Season
The organization welcomes new advisors, promotes internal talent and makes key roster moves as it prepares for the upcoming campaign.
Jul 27, 2026
AHL Coaches Ascend to NHL Front Offices, Signaling Strategic Shifts
Recent front‑office moves see AHL coaches Manny Malhotra, Ryan Craig and others transition to NHL teams, promising fresh tactical direction and stability.
Jul 12, 2026
A Surge of AHL Coaches Into NHL Front Offices
Several AHL coaches have been elevated to NHL head or staff positions this summer, bringing experience and a track record of success to new teams.
Jul 12, 2026
ECHL’s Deep Roots in the AHL’s 2026 Calder Cup Triumph
The Toronto Marlies' 2026 Calder Cup victory marks the 35th straight season the ECHL has been represented on the AHL champion, highlighting a century‑long talent pipeline.
Jun 20, 2026
Bruins Add McIlvane as Assistant Coach While Hurricanes Near Historic Cup
The Boston Bruins have hired Matt McIlvane to fill their assistant coaching vacancy, while the Carolina Hurricanes inch closer to their first championship in 20 years, highlighted by Jordan Staal's unprecedented goal‑in‑each‑game streak.
Jun 12, 2026
Matt McIlvane Joins Boston Bruins as Assistant Coach
After three seasons leading the San Diego Gulls, Matt McIlvane is set to contribute his expertise to the Boston Bruins, bringing a record of playoff contention and international experience
Jun 12, 2026
Matt McIlvane Joins Boston Bruins Coaching Staff
Matt McIlvane, a seasoned coach with international experience, has accepted an assistant coaching role with the Boston Bruins for the 2026‑27 season, bringing a proven track record of defensive development and player communication.
Jun 12, 2026
Matt McIlvane Joins Bruins Coaching Staff, Bringing International Experience
The Boston Bruins announced the hiring of Matt McIlvane as an assistant coach, filling the vacancy left by Jay Leach, who now leads the Hartford Wolf Pack.
Jun 11, 2026
Matt McIlvane Named Assistant Coach of the Boston Bruins
The Bruins add a seasoned coach with international championship experience to their staff.
Jun 11, 2026
Bruins name Matt McIlvane as new assistant coach
The Boston Bruins have added former San Diego Gulls head coach Matt McIlvane to their staff, bringing Olympic silver‑medal experience and a European pedigree as they chase the Cup.
Jun 10, 2026