Mar 8, 2021; Denver, Colorado, USA; Arizona Coyotes head coach Rick Tocchet during the first period against the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports
Rick Tocchet and the Arizona Coyotes have decided to part ways as the 2020-21 season concludes. Per the team’s website:
Arizona Coyotes General Manager Bill Armstrong announced today that the Coyotes and Rick Tocchet have mutually agreed to part ways. Tocchet, whose contract expires on June 30, will not return as the Coyotes head coach next season. The Coyotes will begin their search for a new head coach immediately.