Rick Nash has been named director of hockey operations for the Columbus Blue Jackets
Breaking news out of the NHL as the Columbus Blue Jackets have named former all-star Rick Nash their director of Hockey operations.
As per the NHL website, Columbus Blue Jackets President and General Manager Don Waddell announced today that Rick Nash has been named the director of hockey operations for the club. In addition, Zach Abdou has been hired as senior manager of hockey operations and Basil McRae will serve as director of pro scouting.
In his new role, Nash will be involved in all aspects of the team's hockey operations department and will continue to oversee the development and advancement of players throughout the organization. The 40-year-old returned to the Blue Jackets as a special assistant to the general manager in June 2019 before being promoted to the club's director of player development in June 2021.
Rick Nash is a beloved member of the NHL. He's widely recognized for being one of the most electric offensive talents of the mid 2000's, in addition to being the former captain of the Blue Jackets. Nash played in NHL All-Star Game (2004, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2011, 2015), He also won a gold medal and the 2010 Vancouver and 2014 Sochi Olympics.
Blue Jackets GM Don Waddell had this to say after the announcement was made official:
«Rick Nash is an extremely bright guy who has become an important part of our hockey operations leadership group,» said Waddell. «He is very passionate about the Columbus Blue Jackets and this community and has been a great resource for me since I arrived here in late-May. Rick made a significant impact on this organization as a player and will continue to do so in his role as director of hockey operations.»
Congratulations to Rick Nash in this amazing new opportunity with the Blue Jackets.
source: NHL
Blue Jackets name Rick Nash director of hockey operations
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