The New York Rangers hiring Gerard Gallant has expectedly drawn significant attention from around the hockey world. Being behind the bench of an Original Six team at Madison Square Garden has star power and Gallant is now the 36th person to be head coach.
Here’s what people are saying about his hiring.
Former players and teammates on Gerard Gallant
Former Ranger and old-time hockey advocate Ron Duguay was lobbying for Gallant’s hire from day one. He also played with him in Detroit and calls him a friend.
“Gerry had a calming presence in the locker room,” Duguay said of Gallant.