Jack Adams Award Finalists Announced
Bowness, Brunette, and Tocchet Vie for Coaching Honor
The NHL announced the finalists for the Jack Adams Award on Friday, with Rick Bowness of the Dallas Stars, Andrew Brunette of the Florida Panthers, and Rick Tocchet of the Vancouver Canucks making the cut. The award is given annually to the coach who has contributed the most to his team's success.
Bowness led the Stars to a 46-30-6 record this season, good for second place in the Central Division. Dallas reached the second round of the playoffs before being eliminated by the Calgary Flames.
Brunette took over as interim coach of the Panthers in December after Joel Quenneville resigned. He led Florida to a 58-18-6 record, the best in the NHL. The Panthers advanced to the second round of the playoffs before losing to the Tampa Bay Lightning.
Tocchet guided the Canucks to a 40-30-12 record, good for third place in the Pacific Division. Vancouver reached the second round of the playoffs before being eliminated by the Edmonton Oilers.
The winner of the Jack Adams Award will be announced at the NHL Awards on June 21.
Conclusion
All three finalists have had impressive seasons, and it will be interesting to see who takes home the award. Bowness has a strong track record of success, Brunette led the Panthers to the best record in the NHL, and Tocchet helped the Canucks overachieve. No matter who wins, it is sure to be a well-deserved honor.
Comments