Devils hire Leo Luongo as head of goaltending excellence
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 6:00 PM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026

The New Jersey Devils have reshaped their goaltending department by hiring Leo Luongo as the head of goaltending excellence. Luongo, who has an extensive background in coaching and player development, previously spent ten seasons with the Florida Panthers. In his new role, Luongo will oversee all goaltending development and collaborate with the current coaching staff to enhance player performance. His responsibilities include working closely with the goaltending coaches and amateur scouts on the roster and future prospects.
- •Luongo has over a decade of coaching experience in professional hockey.
- •He previously worked with the Florida Panthers and earned two Stanley Cup rings.
- •Luongo will report to Marty, the head of Hockey Operations.
- •He replaces the former head of goaltending who had a different position.
- •His role includes hands-on development of both current and future goalies.
- 6:00 PMYahoo Sports — Meet Leo Luongo, New Head of Goaltending Excellence
"The Devils have overhauled their goaltending department.
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