Reports: Rangers hiring Gerard Gallant as next head coach

The New York Rangers will name Gerard Gallant as their new head coach, multiple outlets reported Monday.

Gallant, 57, reportedly interviewed with the Rangers last month before heading to Latvia to coach Team Canada at the IIHF World Championship. He led Canada to its 21st title, beating Finland 3-2 in the June 6 final.

Rangers hire Gerard Gallant

Gallant owns a career record of 270-216-4-51 in 541 games as coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets (2003-07), Florida Panthers (2014-17) and Vegas Golden Knights (2017-20).

Nov 2, 2019; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Vegas Golden Knights head coach Gerard Gallant argues a call during the third period against the Winnipeg Jets at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit:…