Sources: Campbell, 1st woman to coach full time in NHL, among Devils hires
The Devils are hiring former Kraken assistant coach Jessica Campbell as manager of player development and longtime Panthers executive Bryan McCabe as vice president of prospect personnel, sources told ESPN.
The NHL just took a major step forward in promoting diversity and inclusion, as Jessica Campbell becomes the first woman to hold a full-time coaching position in the league. Campbell's hiring as manager of player development with the New Jersey Devils is a groundbreaking moment, and it's exciting to see her take on this new role. As a trailblazer, Campbell's success will be closely watched, and her impact on the Devils' player development system will be a key storyline to follow.
Campbell's experience as an assistant coach with the Seattle Kraken made her a strong candidate for this position, and her expertise will be invaluable in helping the Devils' prospects and young players grow. The addition of Bryan McCabe, a longtime executive with the Florida Panthers, as vice president of prospect personnel, also bolsters the Devils' front office. McCabe's experience in evaluating and developing talent will be a key asset in building a strong pipeline of prospects for the team.
As the Devils look to build on their recent successes, the hiring of Campbell and McCabe signals a commitment to innovation and progress. To watch next: how Campbell and McCabe will work together to shape the Devils' player development system, and what impact their hires will have on the team's fortunes on the ice. Will the Devils' investment in talent evaluation and development pay off, and can Campbell's trailblazing role pave the way for more women to enter coaching positions in the NHL?
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