Rocky Thompson’s playing career had ended a decade earlier and he was four years removed from coaching in the AHL when the Chicago Wolves called.
His new job as coach of the Golden Knights’ minor league affiliate didn’t exactly get off to a roaring start.
The Wolves had won just four games by the end of November, but luckily Thompson is no stranger to fighting back – a tenacity he’s taught to his players.
“He’s believed in us from day one,” defenseman Jason Garrison said. “The guys have really taken to it, and we’ve built a chemistry and culture, and it’s been successful so far.