New York Rangers hire former Caps' coach Peter Laviolette to replace Gerard Gallant

by STEPHEN WHYNO AP Hockey Writer

Tue, June 13th 2023, 11:22 PM UTC

FILE - Washington Capitals head coach Peter Laviolette talks during media availability at the team's NHL hockey training camp, Thursday, Sept. 23, 2021, in Arlington, Va. The New York Rangers have hired Laviolette as their next coach, bringing in a seasoned veteran with Stanley Cup-winning experience to replace Gerard Gallant, the team announced Tuesday, June 13, 2023.(AP Photo/Nick Wass, File)

FILE - Washington Capitals head coach Peter Laviolette looks on during the second period of an NHL preseason hockey game against the Philadelphia Flyers, Friday, Oct. 8, 2021, in Washington. The New York Rangers have hired Laviolette as their next coach, bringing in a seasoned veteran with Stanley Cup-winning experience to replace Gerard Gallant, the team announced Tuesday, June 13, 2023. (AP Photo/Nick Wass, File)

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FILE - Washington Capitals head coach Peter Laviolette talks during media availability at the team's NHL hockey training camp, Thursday, Sept. 23, 2021, in Arlington, Va. The New York Rangers have hired Laviolette as their next coach, bringing in a seasoned veteran with Stanley Cup-winning experience to replace Gerard Gallant, the team announced Tuesday, June 13, 2023.(AP Photo/Nick Wass, File)

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