Ryan Warsofsky has been appointed as the new head coach of the San Jose Sharks, replacing David Quinn who was recently fired. This marks Warsofsky’s first head coaching role at the NHL level, and he becomes the 11th head coach in franchise history. The Sharks are looking forward to a fresh start with Warsofsky at the helm and hope to build a team that fans can be proud of.
General manager Mike Grier praised Warsofsky’s track record of success as an assistant coach at various levels of hockey. With his experience coaching defense and penalty kills, the Sharks’ penalty kill ranked 18th in the NHL over the past two seasons under his guidance. Prior to joining the Sharks, Warsofsky had success as a head coach in the AHL and ECHL.
Taking over a struggling team, Warsofsky will look to lead the Sharks to better results on the ice. The team has had a rough couple of seasons, with their worst record in the NHL during Quinn’s tenure. However, with a young roster and promising prospects on the way, Warsofsky is hopeful for a rebuild under his leadership.
Warsofsky expressed gratitude and excitement at being named head coach, emphasizing his appreciation for the team’s rich history of winning. He is determined to turn things around and help guide this talented group of players towards success in the NHL.
The Sharks are confident that Warsofsky’s experience at various coaching levels bodes well for their future success as they work towards revival and continued success in the league.