Kraken are set to make NHL history with first female coach
The latest news out of Seattle is that the Kraken are set to hire Dan Bylsma as their next coach and it looks like he will be bringing his staff with him including Jessica Campbell.
If this ends up being the case, Campbell will be the first female assistant coach in NHL history.
Jessica Campbell in talks to become first, full-time female assistant coach in NHL history with Seattle Kraken
Campbell was one of Bylsma's assistants in Coachella Valley and after two great seasons in the AHL, it is likely she will be joining him in the NHL.
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MAI 29 | 123 ANSWERS Kraken are set to make NHL history with first female coach Should the Kraken hire Campbell? |
Yes | 73 | 59.3 % |
No | 50 | 40.7 % |
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