Peter Laviolette named coach of Team USA
Peter Laviolette is returning to the bench after being selected as the coach of the United States men's national team competing at the world hockey championships in May.
Laviolette ranks 16th in NHL wins with 637 covering four teams over 18 seasons, including winning the 2006 Stanley Cup.
As a player, Laviolette was a two-time Olympian in representing the U.S. in 1988 and 1994, when he served as team captain.
The world championships are scheduled to run from May 8-24.
Laviolette ranks 16th in NHL wins with 637 covering four teams over 18 seasons, including winning the 2006 Stanley Cup.
As a player, Laviolette was a two-time Olympian in representing the U.S. in 1988 and 1994, when he served as team captain.
The world championships are scheduled to run from May 8-24.