One of the key characteristics the New York Rangers are looking for in their new head coach is the ability to develop talent. Both Owner James Dolan and General Manager Jeff Gorton have emphasized as much to the media when confronted with the question.
With that in mind, the team should look to the AHL or NCAA to fill their head coaching vacancy. The reason why is obvious: developing talent is essential to being a successful coach at those levels. One of these candidates should be David Quinn, the current head coach of the NCAA’s Boston University.