David Quinn came into the job as the 35th coach in Rangers history with a couple of important preexisting relationships — but a future reuniting might be the most interesting.
When Quinn left Boston University after five years as head coach, he also left 18-year-old winger Brady Tkachuk, whom many believe will be a top-five pick in June’s entry draft. The son of longtime NHLer Keith Tkachuk, Brady just finished his freshman year at B.U., and Quinn sees all the skills for him to be a successful pro.
“I think he’s going to be a great player at the NHL level,” Quinn said at his introductory press conference on Thursday at the Garden.