What does an NHL coach do in the offseason?

What does an NHL coach do in the offseason?

Cassidy’s ability to adapt, teach and coach younger players and an experienced veteran core is one reason he’s now locked in behind Boston’s bench for at least the next four seasons.

Senators head coach D.J. Smith paid his dues on his road to the top

Senators head coach D.J. Smith paid his dues on his road to the top

The 42-year-old Smith has paid his dues to get here. He’s earned the right to take the next step in the coaching level when he steps behind the bench for the Senators’ opener against the Toronto Maple Leafs on Oct. 2 in his old stamping grounds at Scotiabank Arena.