Jessica Campbell considered for assistant coach position by Dan Bylsma for Seattle Kraken

Dan Bylsma, the new coach of the Seattle Kraken, mentioned that Jessica Campbell, an assistant coach at Coachella Valley, might also join the NHL team. Bylsma has been coaching at Coachella Valley for two seasons with Campbell as one of his assistants. He plans to consider Campbell and another Coachella Valley assistant, Stu Bickell, for roles with the Kraken. Bylsma also intends to talk to current Seattle assistants Jay Leach and Dave Lowery about their future with the team, and they are exploring options for new coaches as well. Campbell was the first full-time female assistant coach in the AHL and has helped develop players like Tye Kartye and Ryker Evans. The Seattle Kraken appointed Dan Bylsma as their new head coach. Bylsma, who previously won a Stanley Cup with the Pittsburgh Penguins, was chosen to lead the Kraken. He had been coaching the Coachella Valley Firebirds, the AHL affiliate of the Kraken, and had guided them to the Western Conference Final of the Calder Cup Playoffs. Bylsma has a history of success in coaching, including winning the Jack Adams Award in 2011. He has experience working with young and experienced players, and his leadership is expected to benefit the Kraken as they move forward. Ron Francis, the general manager of the Kraken, expressed excitement about having Bylsma on board due to his track record of developing talent. Bylsma's coaching background includes successful stints with the Penguins and the Buffalo Sabres. He is known for his ability to work with players at different levels and has a strong focus on skill development. The decision to hire Bylsma was based on his coaching abilities and experience, not on his gender. The Kraken are looking forward to the upcoming season with Bylsma leading the team.