Canucks Personnel Shifts

Pro Scouting Department Down Three Key Staff

Brett Henning's pro scouting department has lost three people, according to Edmonton Journal. Dale Tallon and Neil Komadoski are among those no longer with the team. That is a steep drop in personnel for a department that needs strong coverage across professional leagues.

Jack Johnson, who joined the Canucks midseason as a pro scout, has also moved on. He was recently hired as an assistant coach by the Ohio State women's hockey program, reports Toronto Sun. That leaves a real gap in the department heading into the offseason.

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Ryan Johnson Moves to Lead Abbotsford AHL Operation

Ryan Johnson, now the Canucks' general manager, has been promoted to lead the Abbotsford AHL operation, according to Edmonton Sun. Richard Seeley will step in to take over Johnson's previous responsibilities. The moves signal a clear shift in how the organization is structured from top to bottom.

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Player Development Gets New Director Amid Shuffle

Daren Hermiston has been hired as a director to oversee the player development staff, reports Calgary Sun. His addition is one of the few new faces coming into the organization during this transition period. The Canucks are trying to fill gaps on multiple fronts at the same time.

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Granato's Shift Leaves a Leadership Void in Scouting

Granato's role was a wide one. She helped oversee amateur scouting, pro scouting, and player development all at once, according to Ottawa Sun. Moving her to an advisory role means that work now has to be spread across fewer people, or new hires need to come in quickly.

The Canucks have made some moves to address the changes, but the pro scouting department remains thin, notes Chatham Daily News. With the offseason being a critical time to evaluate players at every level, the team will need to act fast to fill the remaining spots.

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