The New York Islanders announce the hiring of former Stanley Cup champion and two-time winner Pascal Dupuis as director of player development. The team names Dupuis, 47, to oversee the development and progression of its next generation of players. According to the team’s announcement, he replaces Eric Cairns in the role.
Dupuis spent the past three seasons working in the front office for the Shawinigan Cataractes of the Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League. Prior to that, he has been involved with the organization in various capacities for six years, including time as a co-owner.
The Islanders describe Dupuis as bringing experience across multiple areas of running a hockey organization. General manager Mathieu Darche says the team wants Dupuis to help shape the next generation of Islanders players. The reporting also frames Dupuis’s appointment around his championship background from his NHL playing career.
