After his sudden, surprising dismissal as general manager of the New York Rangers earlier in 2021, Jeff Gorton is back in an NHL front office. The 53-year-old was recently hired by the Montreal Canadiens as their new executive vice president of hockey operations. Gorton, who is now best known for being the driving force behind the Rangers’ shift toward rebuilding a few years ago, will be tasked with overhauling a disappointing Canadiens team—and hiring a bilingual general manager in the wake of the club ousting Marc Bergevin and other front office executives.
How Jeff Gorton’s Hiring in Montreal Might Impact Potential New York Rangers Trades
