Vancouver Canucks Hire AHL Coach Ryan Mougenel as NHL Assistant

The Vancouver Canucks are hiring Ryan Mougenel, the AHL Coach of the Year, as their new NHL assistant coach.

Mougenel will join Manny Malhotra's staff after a successful stint with the Providence Bruins.

Who is Ryan Mougenel?

Mougenel enjoyed a six-year professional hockey career before transitioning to coaching.

He won an ECHL championship with the Atlantic City Boardwalk Bullies in 2003.

Mougenel began his coaching career as an assistant with the ECHL Fresno Falcons in 2005-06.

What led to the hiring?

The Canucks are looking to improve their performance after a 25-49 record and 16th place standing in the Western Conference as of June 26, 2026.

Mougenel's experience and success in the AHL made him an attractive candidate for the role.

He led the Providence Bruins to 54 wins in the regular season and was named AHL Coach of the Year.

What comes next?

Mougenel's role on the Canucks' bench is not yet clear, but his hiring is expected to bring new insights and strategies to the team.

The Canucks will look to bounce back from their current L1 streak with Mougenel's support.

Mougenel's strengths as a teacher, communicator, and culture-builder will be valuable assets to the team.

The Canucks' management is hopeful that Mougenel's hiring will mark a turning point in their season.