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Gerard Gallant’s first order of business as Rangers coach is hiring a staff; some likely candidates

The New York Rangers have hired Gerard Gallant as the 36th head coach of the Blueshirts. Expectations for him are simple, get this team into the playoffs and win a Stanley Cup. With this important move now in the books, he needs to work with Chris Drury to hire a staff.

Gallant needs to hire a coaching staff

The first order of business will be putting together a coaching staff for Gallant. One potential candidate is already rumored to be in the mix and it’s former Ranger Dan Girardi. Obviously Gallant will have a say in who he hires, but he will work with Chris Drury to finalize it.