Guy Boucher Turns Down Columbus, Scott Arniel Reportedly Gets Job

by Bruce Ciskie

Filed under: Blue Jackets, Canadiens, Eastern, NHL Coaching, Minor League Hockey

On Saturday, it looked like Hamilton Bulldogs coach Guy Boucher had the job in Columbus if he wanted it.

Everyone probably assumed he would want it. What AHL coach is going to turn down an NHL gig, after all?

Well, Guy Boucher turned one down. His decision -- reported Monday -- didn't exactly send the Blue Jackets into scramble mode. Instead, longtime Columbus beat writer Aaron Portzline reports the team has decided to hire Manitoba Moose coach Scott Arniel. He will be introduced as the club's new head coach at a press conference Tuesday.

 

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