Courtesy Moncton Wildcats
The Moncton Wildcats have announced a new head coach to replace the outgoing John Torchetti.
Daniel Lacroix is no stranger to the organization as he served as an assistant coach with the Wildcats from 2002 to 2006 and was also interim head coach for a partial season during that time.
Lacroix served as assistant coach with the Montreal Canadiens from 2014 to 2018 and more recently he was head coach of the Lithuania National Team.
Prior to joining the Canadiens, Lacroix was an assistant coach with the New York Islanders, Tampa Bay Lightning and New York Rangers.
“I’m excited I’ve been given the opportunity to coach the Wildcats and look forward to returning to Moncton,” said Lacroix. “This is a strong team and a premier organization. I’m looking forward to meeting the players and staff, and getting ready for a solid second half of the season.”
“Dan is a great communicator with tremendous coaching experience,” said Robert K. Irving, President of the Moncton Wildcats. “He is passionate and brings that enthusiasm to the rink every day. We are excited about Dan joining our team and helping us win.”
“Dan knows the organization well,” added Ritchie Thibeau, Director of Hockey Operations, “He understands our culture and our values. That was very important to us when selecting our new Head Coach. Dan has been a part of winning organizations and understands what it takes to win.
Lacroix will make his debut behind the bench on Saturday as the Wildcats take on the Charlottetown Islanders.
