He replaces interim head coach Marc Crawford, who also interviewed for the position. We believe he is the best person to drive the development and success of the Ottawa Senators,” Senators general manager Pierre Dorion said in a statement. We’re thrilled to welcome D.J. and his family to Ottawa.”Guy Boucher was fired as Ottawa’s head coach last season, a year in which the Senators finished last in the NHL standings. Smith, 42, spent the past four seasons as an assistant on Mike Babcock’s staff in Toronto.

Source: thestar May 23, 2019 14:37 UTC