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The Sharks Sign Coach Ryan Warsofsky to a Contract Extension
The extension gives the NHL’s youngest active head coach stability after San Jose improved by 34 points last season, Grier said.
On Thursday, the San Jose Sharks signed head coach Ryan Warsofsky to a multiyear contract extension on the first day of training camp before his third season at the helm.
The 37-year-old Warsofsky compiled a 59-85-20 record in his first two seasons, guiding the rebuilding team to the brink of the playoffs while improving by 34 points last season.
Mike Grier sought to provide "peace of mind" so Warsofsky could focus on the team, while veteran forward Tyler Toffoli praised his teaching: "He takes the time to make sure that we understand what's going on."
The Sharks finished four points out of the playoffs last season but enter this year with higher expectations, bolstered by superstar Macklin Celebrini aiming to end a seven-season playoff drought.
Warsofsky, the NHL's youngest active head coach, previously won a Calder Cup in the AHL and a gold medal with Team USA, crediting owner Hasso Plattner, Grier, and team president Jonathan Becher for his opportunity.