The New York Rangers have added Michael Peca to their coaching staff for the 2023-24 NHL season. Although his specific role is unknown, Peca will be an assistant coach to Peter Laviolette. Peca has a wealth of experience in player development, gained from his two seasons as an assistant coach at the Rochester Americans, the American Hockey League affiliate of the Buffalo Sabres.
He has helped hone the skills of promising young players, such as 21-year-olds Jack Quinn and JJ Peterka, who have just finished impressive rookie seasons in Buffalo. Quinn had 14 goals and 37 points in 75 games, while Peterka had 12 goals and 32 points in 77 games.