Ryan Warsofsky named NHL's first Jewish head coach in over 30 years with San Jose Sharks

Ryan Warsofsky, 36, becomes the NHL’s first Jewish head coach in over 30 years with the San Jose Sharks, amid a growing Jewish presence in professional hockey.

Nov 5, 2022; San Jose, California, USA; San Jose Sharks head coach David Quinn and assistant coach Ryan Warsofsky behind the bench during the third period against the Anaheim Ducks at SAP Center at San Jose.

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JUNE 18, 2024 06:27

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