Jon Cooper wins Jack Adams Award over Lindy Ruff and Dan Muse
Audacy.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 11:16 PM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
Jon Cooper of the Tampa Bay Lightning received the Jack Adams Award on June 3, recognizing him as the NHL's best coach. He was selected over Buffalo Sabres head coach Lindy Ruff and Pittsburgh Penguins head coach Dan Muse. This accolade reflects Cooper's successful season, likely boosting his reputation in the league. The award is a significant recognition of coaching excellence, and it brings attention to the coaching dynamics within the NHL.
- •Jon Cooper wins the Jack Adams Award for best NHL coach.
- •Lindy Ruff and Dan Muse were also nominated for the award.
- •The award announcement took place on June 3, 2026.
- •Cooper's victory marks a significant achievement for the Lightning.
- 11:16 PMAudacy.com — Lindy Ruff loses Jack Adams Award to Jon Cooper - Audacy
"Lightning head coach Jon Cooper won the Jack Adams Award on Wednesday as the NHL's best coach over two deserving candidates - Buffalo Sabres head coach Lindy Ruff and Pittsburgh Penguins head coach Dan Muse. Paul Hamilton has more: | WGR Sports Radio Buffalo
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