New Grand Rapids Griffins coach Ben Simon filled out his coaching staff Monday as the Detroit Red Wings announced the hiring of assistants Matt Macdonald and Brad Tapper, both head coaches in the ECHL last season.
The additions join holdovers in assistant coach Mike Knuble, goaltending coach Brian Mahoney-Wilson and video coach Bill LeRoy to complete the staff for the 2018-19 season.
A closer look at the most recent changes to Griffins
A closer look at the most recent changes to Griffins
"Matt and Brad have both won championships as players and/or coaches at different levels, so they understand what it takes to have success and the work that is necessary to help our guys develop on a daily basis," Simon said.