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Hynes named head coach of 2016 U.S. Men's National Team

Devils' head coach John Hynes has been named head coach of the U.S. Men’s National Team that will compete at the 2016 International Ice Hockey Federation Men’s World Championship from May 6-22 in Moscow and St. Petersburg, Russia, USA Hockey announced today.

"John has been involved with U.S. teams on multiple occasions in the past and we're excited to have him leading our team at the men's world championship," said Jim Johannson, assistant executive director of hockey operations for USA Hockey and a member of the U.S. Men's National Team Advisory Group. "John's teams are always well prepared and his extensive knowledge of our player pool is a big benefit as well.