The Canucks’ brass went with Adam Foote instead. Foote does not have a ton of experience — less NHL experience as an assistant than Malhotra — but he may yet pan out as a solid NHL bench boss.

Skinner has been a rollercoaster ride for the Oilers in the postseason. After being pulled in Game 2 against the Los Angeles Kings in the first round, Pickard took over in between the pipes and won ...