A former SJHL Swift Current Bronco is the new head coach of the NHL's Seattle Kraken.
Seattle hired Lane Lambert to replace Dan Bylsma as bench boss for the Kraken.
“After conducting an extensive search, we’re thrilled to announce Lane as our new head coach,” said Kraken GM Jason Botterill in a team release. “We cast a wide net for suitable candidates. What impressed us throughout the interview process was Lane’s strategy and vision for this team. He was an integral part of the Capitals winning the Cup and the Islanders advancing to two straight Eastern Conference finals. We have full confidence in Lane to lead this team behind the bench.”
Lambert was head coach of the New York Islanders from 2022-24.
He won a Stanley Cup as an assistant coach with the Washington Capitals in 2018.
Lambert has also had stints as a assistant coach with the Moose Jaw Warriors, head coach of the WHL's Prince George Cougars, head coach of the Milwaukee Admirals of the AHL, and an NHL assistant or associate coach with Nashville, Washington, the Islanders, and the Toronto Maple Leafs.
"I'm so excited to become the head coach of the Seattle Kraken," said Lambert in a team release. "When it came time to writing a new chapter, I couldn't think of a better fit. Seattle is an incredible sports town, and I’ve been impressed by the energy of the fans every time I’ve been there as a visiting coach. This team has a talented group of young players poised to take the next step and a core group of veterans with great leadership qualities. I'd like to thank Samantha Holloway, Ron Francis and Jason Botterill for this opportunity. I can't wait to get started.”
Lambert played one season with the Broncos in 1980-81. He had 97 points in 55 games.
The Melfort native played with the Detroit Red Wings, New York Rangers, and Quebec Nordiques in the NHL.