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On YouTubeNHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 24
Predators hire Luke Richardson as assistant coach
A former NHL head coach is staying in the Central Division. On Tuesday, Nashville Predators general manager Barry Trotz announced the team has hired Like Richardson as the team’s new assistant coach.
Nashville Predators News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 24
Predators hire Luke Richardson as assistant coach
The Predators have added an assistant coach to Andrew Brunette’s staff, confirming Tuesday in a press release that they’ve hired Luke Richardson. He’s replacing Todd Richards, whom the club said will not return to Nashville in 2025-26.
The 'NHL Norris Trophy winners' quiz
Bobby Orr won the last of his eight Norris Trophies during the 1974-75 season. Can you name every defenseman who won the trophy since then?
NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 30
Blackhawks hire Jared Nightingale as AHL HC
The Blackhawks announced they’ve named Jared Nightingale as the head coach of their AHL affiliate, the Rockford IceHogs. He replaces Mark Eaton, who took over as Rockford’s interim head coach to end the campaign after Anders Sorensen was promoted to the NHL bench to serve as the Blackhawks’ interim in the wake of Luke Richardson’s firing.
Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?
NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.
NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 22
Blackhawks part ways with assistant coach Kevin Dean
Blackhawks assistant coach Kevin Dean will not return to the club next season, reports Frank Seravalli of Daily Faceoff. In fact, it doesn’t appear any of the assistants, including Derek King and Derek Plante, will be back next season after the club announced the hiring of new head coach Jeff Blashill today.
NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 22
Bruins have interviewed trio of notable names for HC job
The Bruins have had several external candidates linked to their head coaching vacancy for several weeks since the regular season ended. Today, Pierre LeBrun of TSN and The Athletic confirmed they’ve held initial interviews with most of the names already mentioned.
Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / May 22
Chicago Blackhawks hire their next head coach
Ever since Luke Richardson was relieved of his duties as the Chicago Blackhawks’ head coach in December, the fanbase has not stopped talking about who would come in the take over the next phase of the rebuild.
Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / May 21
Report: Chicago Blackhawks to name new head coach as soon as Thursday
The Chicago Blackhawks head coaching search this offseason was seen as the biggest thing to nail down, even though the draft and free agency will be vital as well.
Chicago Blackhawks News / On Tap Sports Net / May 21
Report: Blackhawks Head Coaching Announcement Coming Soon
Before the NHL Draft and free agency, the Chicago Blackhawks need to name a new head coach. After dismissing Luke Richardson during the 2024-25 season, Anders Sorenson took over as the interim bench boss.
Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / May 21
‘Red Wings leftovers’: Chicago Blackhawks reported coaching choice is turning heads
The Chicago Blackhawks have missed out on several intriguing coaches this offseason, including David Carle, who chose to sign a new deal at the University of Denver.
Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / May 8
Chicago Blackhawks coaching icon set to return to the NHL after 3 seasons away from the bench
The Chicago Blackhawks front office is still looking to bring in the right guy to be the next bench boss of the franchise for years to come. Luke Richardson
Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / May 1
Chicago Blackhawks get gut punched again, lose out on top coaching target: Report
The Chicago Blackhawks‘ coaching search is going miserably as the calendar turns to May. The Blackhawks are seeking to replace Luke Richardson, who was fired in December.
Chicago Blackhawks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 24
Offseason checklist for the Chicago Blackhawks
The offseason has arrived for half of the league’s teams that aren’t taking part in the playoffs. Accordingly, it’s now time to examine what they will need to accomplish over the coming months. Next up is a look at Chicago.
NHL News / NHL Rumors / April 21
Latest on Chicago Blackhawks' coaching search and finding help for Connor Bedard
Cole Bagley: Utah Hockey Club forward Michael Carcone doesn’t expect to be back with the team next season after the talks he’s had with the front office.
Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / April 8
Chicago Blackhawks should do everything they can to hire top collegiate head coach in the country
The Chicago Blackhawks have a major offseason coming up with the top priority coming from behind the bench for the future of the franchise. Luke Richardson was relieved of his duties as head coach in December and was replaced by an interim candidate.
Philadelphia Flyers News / Yardbarker / March 27
John Tortorella joins crowded field of potential offseason NHL coaching candidates
John Tortorella's firing Thursday as Flyers head coach this close to the end of the regular season serves as the start of the offseason in Philadelphia.
Recap: Blackhawks fall to Rangers 6–2 as Bedard extends point streak to seven
The Chicago Blackhawks (13–25–2) fell to the New York Rangers (18–20–1) Sunday afternoon at the United Center 6–2 in front of a young and quiet crowd. Connor Bedard assisted on the opening goal to extend his point streak to seven games and defenseman Wyatt Kaiser scored his first career NHL goal late in the game when it did not matter.
NHL News / Yardbarker / December 30
A grade, New Year's resolution for every NHL Western Conference team
As another year nears an end, the NHL season is rocking. Before Jan. 1, we graded every Western Conference team's 2024 portion of the season — take a bow, Vegas Golden Knights.
Montreal Canadiens News / Habs Fanatics / December 29
Recently Fired Coach Linked to the Canadiens as Potential Solution to Defensive Struggles
Since the dismissal of Luke Richardson by the Chicago Blackhawks organization, his name has been linked to Martin St-Louis and the Montreal Canadiens. The Montreal Canadiens indeed seem to need reinforcements behind the bench.
NHL News / Habs Fanatics / December 13
Notion of Luke Richardson's return to Canadiens coaching staff emerges after ugly 9-2 loss to Penguins
Richardson has a wealth of experience, with over a decade spent behind an NHL bench.
Chicago Blackhawks News / Daily Faceoff / December 6, 2024
Where did everything go wrong with Luke Richardson and the Blackhawks?
The Chicago Blackhawks started 8-16-2 this season and on Thursday, relieved head coach Luke Richardson of his duties. The coaching change was a touch surprising considering the Blackhawks weren’t necessarily a team expected to compete for a Stanley Cup Playoff spot this season.
Chicago Blackhawks News / Yardbarker / December 5, 2024
With rebuild not progressing, Blackhawks make coaching change
The head coach is not likely to fix all of the problems here, but this was probably a necessary move in the short term.
Chicago Blackhawks News / Chicago Hockey Now / November 27, 2024
Blackhawks Conflicting Reports on Richardson Remains Debatable
Chicago Blackhawks’ head coach Luke Richardson’s job security has been a hot topic through the first month of the season. After all, they have a 7-12-2 record, and after general manager Kyle Davidson’s words in April, “It’s time to take a step forward,”[In 2022-23], we finished third-last.
Chicago Blackhawks News / Chicago Hockey Now / November 18, 2024
Luke Richardson’s Miscommunication With Blackhawks Star Can’t Happen
If you have seen the hit Netflix series, ‘Stranger Things,’ then you might get this reference: the Chicago Blackhawks are stuck in the upside down. Things that were supposed to be non-issues are now issues.
Chicago Blackhawks News / Inside The Rink / October 14, 2024
ECHL: Greenville Swamp Rabbits Trade Luke Richardson To Wheeling Nailers
GREENVILLE, S.C. — As the ECHL 2024-25 season is less than a week away, the league has seen some trades from teams looking to allocate and manage their roster, as the season starting roster is due by this Wednesday (Oct.
Chicago Blackhawks News / Chicago Hockey Now / May 9, 2024
Brown: On Luke Richardson and the Seemingly Short Tenure of NHL Coaches
It never ceased to amaze me that regardless of everyone knowing the Chicago Blackhawks were historically bad for the organization, knuckleheads on social media would inevitably call for the head of Luke Richardson.
Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / March 26, 2024
Blackhawks’ Richardson Utilizing Multi-Faceted Coaching Style
Head coach Luke Richardson has been a rather composed coach in his tenure with the Chicago Blackhawks. Now in his second full season in Chicago, the former NHL defenseman has always been direct, firm and consistent with his approach.
Chicago Blackhawks News / Chicago Hockey Now / December 7, 2023
Column: Luke Richardson, the Blackhawks Core and Small Victories
It’s not a no win situation because that would imply that Luke Richardson can’t coach a team to victory. That’s simply not true–as he has guided the Chicago Blackhawks to their fair share of victories as well–some of which they had no business winning.
Chicago Blackhawks News / Yardbarker / June 24, 2022
Blackhawks expected to hire Luke Richardson as next head coach
Since his playing days ended, the 53-year-old has had assistant coaching gigs with the Ottawa Senators, New York Islanders and Montreal Canadiens, as well as a lead job with the Binghamton Senators of the AHL.
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