With the Caps and Todd Reirden having parted ways, the search is on for the next bench boss - so we’re taking a look at some of the possible candidates, what they bring to the table, and where they might come up short. Up next? Long-time NHL bench boss and one-time Stanley Cup winner Peter Laviolette.
Early Career
Peter Laviolette, who was born and raised in Franklin, Massachusetts, began his hockey career at Westfield State College in Westfield, MA. He spent the majority of his professional career with various minor league teams, including the Binghamton Rangers and Providence Bruins.