Popular Post Visp Posted May 24 Popular Post Share Posted May 24 (edited) Vancouver, B.C. – Vancouver Canucks General Manager Patrik Allvin announced today that Manny Malhotra has been hired as the new head coach of the Abbotsford Canucks. Malhotra replaces Jeremy Colliton who was named the second head coach in Abbotsford franchise history in July of 2022. “Bringing in someone who is familiar with the organization is a big win for us,” said Allvin. “Manny’s experience in hockey development and coaching has prepared him really well for this head coaching opportunity. We look forward to working with him and providing our staff in Abbotsford all the support they need to continue to develop our players.” Malhotra has spent the past four seasons working as an assistant coach for the Toronto Maple Leafs after joining Toronto at the start of the 2020 NHL Season. Before that, the Mississauga Ontario native also spent time on the Canucks coaching staff working as a development coach in 2016-17 and as an assistant coach from 2017 to 2020. “First of all, I would like to thank Jeremy Colliton and Gary Agnew for the work they did for us in Abbotsford,” said Abbotsford GM and Canucks Assistant GM Ryan Johnson. “Having played against Manny in the NHL, I know firsthand many of the great qualities he possesses and the competitiveness in his DNA. He is a teacher first and his skillset and mindset will fit in perfectly with our vision for the team in Abbotsford.” A 7th overall first round draft pick of the New York Rangers in 1998, Malhotra played for seven NHL teams over 16 seasons. In 991 NHL games he racked up 116 goals, 179 assists for 295 points. Known for his prowess in the face off circle, Malhotra spent three seasons playing for the Canucks, appearing in 159 games with Vancouver. “Being able to return the to the Vancouver Canucks organization is an incredible opportunity for both me and my family,” said Malhotra. “Getting the chance to help develop the next wave of young talent is an honour and a privilege. We have a lot of good prospects in the group, and I can’t wait to get started on the ice. I would like to thank the Toronto Maple Leafs as well for providing me the opportunity to work with them the past four years.” Edited May 24 by Visp correction 10 2 1 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlwaysACanuckFan Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 (edited) Abbotsford Canucks about to be good in the face off circle, awesome! Edited May 24 by AlwaysACanuckFan 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post GrammaInTheTub Posted May 24 Popular Post Share Posted May 24 I’m beyond pumped to have Manny back in the organization! 10 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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24K Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 Welcome home Manny. Could you also like teach the senior Canucks FO during camp? 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Popular Post tas Posted May 24 Popular Post Share Posted May 24 colliton is a tough loss but I couldn't think of a better hire as a replacement. 3 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Rindiculous Posted May 24 Popular Post Share Posted May 24 Manny is back! 11 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Heffy Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 Good hire Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coquitlamdave Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 Great addition to the staff here! Congrats and welcome back Manny. Coached against you at ice sports north van a few years back (the wives were playing each other) 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Integra250 Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 Whoa didn't see this coming. Welcome back to the org Manny! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronny Hockey Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 Welcome back Manny!! This is awesome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Integra250 Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 8 minutes ago, tas said: colliton is a tough loss but I couldn't think of a better hire as a replacement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hogs and Podz Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 This is great news! Losing Manny to the Leaves sucked. So great to get him back. He's a great communicator, well liked, super competitive and will join a great team of management that he's both played with and against. He reminds me a lot of Ryan Johnson who was a defensive shot blocking specialist. Whom understood in order to extended his time in the NHL he had to adapt and specializing and use his smarts. Manny's perfect! The players will love playing for him. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greenbean30 Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 Welcome home Manny! Incoming best faceoff team in the AHL! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goose Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 so awesome. no doubt the Sedins vouched heavily for Manny. Great add for the young guys coming up 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canucks curse Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 amazing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Provost Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 (edited) Great signing… I suspect he was just hired as another part of the Hair Club for Men promo they are planning. Edited May 24 by Provost 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Bounce000 Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 He left us for Toronto… should we forgive? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tas Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 5 minutes ago, Integra250 said: I didn't know the canucks were hiring for the position of "moronic meathead". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarbularyBattery Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 HELL yes 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BarneyKook Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 keep hiring more bald people 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlwaysACanuckFan Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 3 minutes ago, tas said: I didn't know the canucks were hiring for the position of "moronic meathead". Think Allvin would of asked Babcock for his cellphone? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post King Heffy Posted May 24 Popular Post Share Posted May 24 4 minutes ago, Bounce000 said: He left us for Toronto… should we forgive? Yes, he was just getting established in his coaching career and got offered more responsibility. Can't fault him for caring about developing as a professional. I also won't hold it against him when he leaves for a head coaching job at the NHL level, because it's going to happen eventually. 3 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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