Windsor Spitfires hire former NHLer Marc Savard

The Windsor Spitfires of the OHL had some big news on Tuesday, announcing that they have hired Marc Savard to be their new head coach.

Savard, 44, had a lengthy 807 NHL game career which saw him suit up for the New York Rangers, Calgary Flames, Atlanta Thrashers and the Boston Bruins. He was most productive during his time with the Thrashers and Bruins, where he gained a reputation for being one of if not the best playmaker in the entire league. His best season came in 2005-06 in which he scored 28 goals and 97 points. He finished his career with an impressive 207 goals and 706 points.

Unfortunately for Savard, his career was cut short due to concussion issues, which he has since said left him feeling depressed and not like himself for a significant stretch of time. Thankfully, he has gotten better in past years and was able to be an assistant coach for the St. Louis Blues during the 2019-20 season. We wish him the best in his new venture with the Spitfires.

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