Vancouver Canucks hire Manny Malhotra as head coach
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 3:13 AM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
The Vancouver Canucks officially announced the hiring of Manny Malhotra as their new head coach. Malhotra, who previously coached the AHL's Abbotsford Canucks, gained recognition for his focus on player development and team accountability. He helped Abbotsford secure a Calder Cup championship in his first season at the helm. After a decade of experience as a player and assistant coach with the Canucks and Toronto Maple Leafs, Malhotra's return to Vancouver represents a full-circle moment in his hockey career.
- •Malhotra replaces the previous head coach after multiple seasons as an assistant.
- •He led Abbotsford to a Calder Cup championship, emphasizing player growth.
- •Malhotra played a significant role in the Canucks' 2011 Stanley Cup run.
- •His career includes stints with several NHL teams over 16 seasons.
- •The announcement was made to season ticket holders on June 2.
- 3:13 AMYahoo Sports — It's official, Manny Malhotra is now an NHL head coach
"The former NHL player turned coach finally makes his choice.
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