Mike Grier is set to be named general manager of the Sharks, becoming the first Black man in NHL history to hold the position, according to ESPN.
San Jose has not made the news official but has scheduled a press conference for 2 p.m. ET on Tuesday where it is expected to announce Grier’s hiring.
Grier, 47, played 14 seasons in the NHL for the Oilers, Capitals, Sabres and Sharks before retiring in 2011. From there, he moved to the sidelines where he served as an assistant coach for the Devils, Blackhawks and Rangers. Grier, who is also the brother of Dolphins GM Chris Grier, spent this past season as the Rangers’ hockey operations advisor.