The Washington Capitals on Monday promoted general manager Brian MacLellan to president of hockey operations.
The 64-year-old will always act as CEO. Chris Patrick has since been named assistant general manager, while Dick Patrick has been named president of the “Caps”.
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In 2023-2024, MacLellan will experience his 23rd season with the America’s capital organization and his tenth as general manager. He was initially hired as a recruiter. The Ontario native has also held the positions of director of player personnel and assistant GM.
Since his appointment as general manager of the Capitals, the team has gone 409-213-77 in the regular season. The club won the Stanley Cup in 2017-2018 and, under his leadership, the Presidents’ Trophy twice.
MacLellan played as a forward in the National League from 1982 to 1992. He played for the Los Angeles Kings, New York Rangers, Minnesota North Stars, Calgary Flames and Detroit Red Wings. The Guelph native recorded 172 goals and 241 assists for 413 points in 606 games.