Don Waddell has stepped down as president and general manager of the Carolina Hurricanes, ending a period in which he built a team that reached the playoffs the past six seasons.
Posted at 1:39 p.m.
Updated at 1:46 p.m.
Aaron Beard
Associated Press
The team announced Waddell’s decision in a news release Friday, adding that assistant general manager Eric Tulsky would serve as general manager on an interim basis.
Waddell joined the Hurricanes in July 2014 and has overseen operations for the past 10 seasons. He was named general manager in May 2018, after the Hurricanes missed the playoffs for a ninth straight year, and he helped play a key role in building the team.
During the current series, the Hurricanes were eliminated in the second round by the New York Rangers. Head coach Rod Brind’Amour, who was one of the architects of this rise, recently signed a multi-year contract extension.
“This morning I spoke with (majority owner Tom Dundon) and informed him that I have made the decision that it is now time for me to move on to the next chapter of my career,” Waddell said in the press release.
“I have loved my experiences with the Hurricanes over the last 10 years and we have had many great victories. I am grateful for the support I have received from so many of the team’s fans. This organization is in good hands and is well positioned for the future. »
Only the Columbus Blue Jackets are currently looking for a general manager. Waddell is one of the rumored candidates.
Before joining the Hurricanes, Waddell served as general manager of the Atlanta Thrashers from 1998 to 2010 and as assistant general manager of the Detroit Red Wings from 1997-98.
Tulsky spent the last 10 seasons with the Hurricanes. First as an advisor before holding positions as hockey analyst, director of the analytical department and vice-president of hockey management and strategy.
