Canucks consider Jessica Campbell for coaching role amid Kraken interest in Allvin
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 9:27 PM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
The Vancouver Canucks are reportedly considering Jessica Campbell for a coaching position following the announcement of Manny Malhotra as their new head coach. Concurrently, the Seattle Kraken have expressed interest in Patrik Allvin, the former Canucks GM. Campbell, who has significant development experience, could be an asset in Vancouver's coaching staff or as the head coach for their AHL affiliate. Allvin, after leaving his role with the Canucks, may reunite with Kraken GM Jason Botterill, with whom he shares a history from their time in Pittsburgh. Each team's pursuit appears to reflect their operational needs stemming from recent coaching changes.
- •Manny Malhotra is the new head coach of the Canucks.
- •Jessica Campbell is a candidate for a coaching position with Vancouver.
- •The Kraken are interested in former Canucks GM Patrik Allvin.
- •Campbell has strong development experience, previously working with the Kraken.
- •Allvin may reunite with Kraken GM Jason Botterill, fostering scouting opportunities.
- 9:27 PMYahoo Sports — NHL Rumours: Canucks and Kraken Could Do A Hockey Operations Swap
"Now that the new head coach, Manny Malhotra, of the Vancouver Canucks has been announced, the next order of business is assistant coaches and finding a new coach for their AHL team. In this edition of NHL Rumours, we look at some early rumblings around a candidate for the Canucks to bring in, while the …
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