In tandem with an evaluation of our current coaching staff, we will conduct a search for a new head coach following the season. We will be looking for a coach who excels as:

• A teacher who will focus on the development and growth of each player on the team;
• A listener who encourages feedback from players and the coaching staff;
• A communicator who lets every team member know where they stand and what is expected;
• A tactician who brings structure and game planning that will enhance our rebuild.

Crawford, a 58-year-old Stanley Cup winning coach, is in his third season as a member of the Senators coaching staff in 2018-19. With 18 seasons of National Hockey League coaching experience, he has served as an NHL head coach for 1,151 games.

Marc and his wife, Helene, reside in Cornwall, Ont., and have two children, Dylan and Kaitlin.