US EditionVancouver Canucks hire assistant Adam Foote as new head coach
- On Wednesday, May 14, 2025, Adam Foote was promoted to head coach of the Vancouver Canucks, succeeding Rick Tocchet who departed from the team in late April.
- This change followed Tocchet's decision not to return for the 2025-26 season after he led the team since January 2023 and won the NHL coach of the year award.
- Foote was an assistant coach for the Canucks since January 2023, has extensive NHL playing and coaching experience, and reportedly was the preferred candidate of captain Quinn Hughes.
- Canucks GM Patrik Allvin praised Foote as a strong leader who brings structure, accountability, and a detailed, effective coaching style fitting the team's goals and culture.
- Foote’s promotion suggests the Canucks seek stability and a clear message on competition and development to help the team return to playoff contention after missing the postseason this year.
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NHL’s Canucks hire Foote as head coach, Tocchet to guide Flyers
Adam Foote, a defenseman for 19 NHL seasons, was named coach of the Vancouver Canucks on Wednesday after serving as an assistant coach for the club the past three seasons. The 53-year-old Canadian replaces Rick Tocchet, who stepped down as Canucks coach on April 29 after Vancouver finished 38-30 with 14 overtime losses and six
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NHL's Canucks hire Foote as head coach, Tocchet to guide Flyers
Adam Foote, a defenseman for 19 NHL seasons, was named coach of the Vancouver Canucks on Wednesday after serving as an assistant coach for the club the past three seasons.
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