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National Post
11-06-2025
- Sport
- National Post
Abbotsford Canucks: Travis Green knows 'it's not a race' for Manny Malhotra to run an NHL bench
Article content 'It's not a race,' stressed Green. 'I know that personally, and even going back to junior (Portland, WHL), I went there to learn to coach. It's much like making the NHL as a player. It take years of working on your craft. Same thing as coaching. Manny was a great hire by the Canucks. Article content 'You're seeing between Ryan Johnson (Abbotsford general manager and Canucks AGM) and Manny two guys who will be a GM and coach in the (NHL) at one point.' Article content Victoria native Spencer Carbery, 43, turned his second season running the Washington Capitals bench in 2024-25 into the Jack Adams Award. He was a unanimous winner as the league's top head coach over runner-up Scott Arniel of the Winnipeg Jets. Green finished sixth. Article content Carbery's acknowledgement came after doing predatory work as a Leafs assistant for two seasons and earlier running an AHL bench with the Hershey Bears for three seasons. Article content The Capitals went 51-22-9 this season, improved by 20 points, and won a Stanley Cup playoff series for the first time since 2018. They finished second in goals per game (3.49) in the regular season after being ranked 28th last season (2.63). They were also tied for eighth in goals against per game (2.79) after tied for 16th in 2023-24 (3.07). Washington was fifth on the penalty kill (82.0 per cent), first in comeback wins (25), and tied for first in road points (53). Article content Article content Article content
USA Today
07-06-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Capitals coach Spencer Carbery wins Jack Adams Award
Capitals coach Spencer Carbery wins Jack Adams Award Show Caption Hide Caption NHL rescue dogs, all available for adoption, compete in the 2025 Stanley Pup 32 adorable rescue puppies representing each NHL team will compete in the 2025 Stanley Pup, airing June 6 on TruTV and Sportsnet! Spencer Carbery of the Washington Capitals was named the winner of the 2024-25 Jack Adams Award on Saturday. The honor is presented to the NHL coach who is judged to have made the biggest contribution to a team's success. While attending what he thought was a season-ending interview, the 43-year-old Carbery was presented with the award by his wife, Casey, and their children, Hudson and Vivian. "Wow, I had no idea," a clearly stunned and choked-up Carbery said. If that weren't emotional enough for Carbery, extended family members from throughout the U.S. and Canada also were there to share in the moment. Carbery led the Capitals to a 51-22-9 (111 points) record this season as the team finished first in the Eastern Conference in his second season as Washington's coach. He got strong seasons out of a host of new players who were acquired in the offseason and improved on the team's offensive and defensive numbers. He kept the team winning while eventual all-time leading goal Alex Ovechkin missed 16 games with a broken leg. Carbery becomes the fourth coach in franchise history to win the award, joining Bryan Murray (1983-84), Bruce Boudreau (2007-08) and Barry Trotz (2015-16). He is also the first person recognized as coach of the year in the ECHL, American Hockey League and NHL. The members of the NHL Broadcasters' Association select the Jack Adams winner. NHL AWARDS FINALISTS: Who's up for the major trophies? Carbery received 81 first-place votes on the 103 ballots cast and finished with 464 points. Scott Arniel of the Winnipeg Jets had 249 points, followed by Martin St. Louis of the Montreal Canadiens with 66. The Capitals lost in the second round of the Stanley Cup playoffs, defeated by the Carolina Hurricanes in five games. Other NHL awards winners Ted Lindsay Award (most outstanding player): Nikita Kucherov, Tampa Bay Lightning Selke Trophy (defensive forward): Aleksander Barkov, Florida Panthers Masterton Trophy (perseverance): Sean Monahan, Columbus Blue Jackets King Clancy Trophy (humanitarian contribution): Barkov Mark Messier Leadership Award: Alex Ovechkin, Washington Capitals
Global News
07-06-2025
- Sport
- Global News
Spencer Carbery named winner of NHL's Jack Adams Award
Spencer Carbery of the Washington Capitals captured the Jack Adams Award on Saturday as the NHL's top coach. Carbery was the runaway winner with 81 first-place votes and 464 points as selected by the NHL Broadcasters' Association. Scott Arniel of the Winnipeg Jets was second with 249 points while Martin St. Louis of the Montreal Canadiens was third with 66 points. Story continues below advertisement Carbery becomes the fourth Washington coach to claim the award but the first individual to claim coach-of-the-year honours at the ECHL, AHL and NHL levels. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy Carbery led Washington (51-22-9, 111 points) to second in the NHLs overall standings and the top seed in the Eastern Conference for the first time since 2016-17. Arniel guided Winnipeg (56-22-4, 116 points) to top spot in the overall standings in his first season behind the bench. That earned the Jets the first Presidents' Trophy in their history. Under St. Louis, Montreal (40-31-11, 91 points) earned its first post-season berth since 2020-21 and best overall record since 2018-19.
National Post
07-06-2025
- Sport
- National Post
Spencer Carbery, who elevated the Caps, is the NHL's coach of the year
Spencer Carbery thought he was sitting down for an interview with Monumental Sports Network to discuss the Washington Capitals' season, reflecting on the accomplishments of his second year behind the bench and talking about what he learned. Instead, he was shown a video that featured many of his mentors, including Colorado Avalanche Coach Jared Bednar, offering their congratulations. They just didn't say for what. Article content Article content When Carbery turned around from the video, there was a man walking into the room with the Jack Adams Award, given annually to the coach who has 'contributed the most to his team's success' and voted on by the NHL Broadcasters' Association. He is the first Capitals coach to win the award since Barry Trotz in 2016. Article content Article content 'As a head coach, as a coach at any level in any league in the world, it's the highest individual honor that you can receive,' Carbery told The Washington Post. 'I know the No. 1 goal is always and always will be the Stanley Cup. That's just the way that we're wired. It is a team-first sport and you would trade this award for the Stanley Cup any day of the week. Article content 'But when it comes to recognition of a coaching staff and a coach, it's the highest honour. When you look at some of the names on that trophy, it's pretty humbling. Just really, really grateful.' Article content Carbery, 43, is the first person to win the coach of the year award in the NHL, the American Hockey League and the ECHL. Both previous awards came when he was working for Capitals affiliates: He won in the AHL in 2021 while coaching the Hershey Bears and won in the ECHL in 2014 while coaching the South Carolina Stingrays. Article content 'That brings it all sort of full-circle,' Carbery said. 'I was saying this the other day, because someone asked me, 'Did you ever dream of winning the Jack Adams Award?' I said, 'I didn't even dream of coaching in the NHL.'' Article content Back when he was named Stingrays coach, Carbery said, his main focus was simple: 'Jeez, I just hope I can do a really good job,' both for Robbie Concannon, the team president who hired him, and the team's owners. He hoped to stay in South Carolina, he said, 'for the next 20 years,' sticking with his team and raising a family. Article content 'I never even thought, 'NHL, what if I could move up to be this?'' Carbery said. 'It was just like, 'Can I please, please, please do an okay job in South Carolina to stay an ECHL head coach?'' Article content Carbery quickly fell in love with coaching when he became an assistant for the Stingrays in 2010. A year later, he was the head coach. In 2018, he became the coach of the Hershey Bears, then jumped up to the NHL as an assistant with the Toronto Maple Leafs before he was hired in Washington in 2023.
Toronto Sun
07-06-2025
- Sport
- Toronto Sun
Spencer Carbery, who elevated the Caps, is the NHL's coach of the year
Published Jun 07, 2025 • 6 minute read Spencer Carbery is the winner of the NHL's Jack Adams Award. MUST CREDIT: John McDonnell/For The Washington Post Photo by John McDonnell / for The Washington Post Spencer Carbery thought he was sitting down for an interview with Monumental Sports Network to discuss the Washington Capitals' season, reflecting on the accomplishments of his second year behind the bench and talking about what he learned. Instead, he was shown a video that featured many of his mentors, including Colorado Avalanche Coach Jared Bednar, offering their congratulations. They just didn't say for what. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. 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Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account When Carbery turned around from the video, there was a man walking into the room with the Jack Adams Award, given annually to the coach who has 'contributed the most to his team's success' and voted on by the NHL Broadcasters' Association. He is the first Capitals coach to win the award since Barry Trotz in 2016. The other finalists were the Montreal Canadiens' Martin St. Louis and the Winnipeg Jets' Scott Arniel. 'As a head coach, as a coach at any level in any league in the world, it's the highest individual honor that you can receive,' Carbery told The Washington Post. 'I know the No. 1 goal is always and always will be the Stanley Cup. That's just the way that we're wired. It is a team-first sport and you would trade this award for the Stanley Cup any day of the week. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. 'But when it comes to recognition of a coaching staff and a coach, it's the highest honour. When you look at some of the names on that trophy, it's pretty humbling. Just really, really grateful.' Carbery, 43, is the first person to win the coach of the year award in the NHL, the American Hockey League and the ECHL. Both previous awards came when he was working for Capitals affiliates: He won in the AHL in 2021 while coaching the Hershey Bears and won in the ECHL in 2014 while coaching the South Carolina Stingrays. 'That brings it all sort of full-circle,' Carbery said. 'I was saying this the other day, because someone asked me, 'Did you ever dream of winning the Jack Adams Award?' I said, 'I didn't even dream of coaching in the NHL.'' Your noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Back when he was named Stingrays coach, Carbery said, his main focus was simple: 'Jeez, I just hope I can do a really good job,' both for Robbie Concannon, the team president who hired him, and the team's owners. He hoped to stay in South Carolina, he said, 'for the next 20 years,' sticking with his team and raising a family. 'I never even thought, 'NHL, what if I could move up to be this?'' Carbery said. 'It was just like, 'Can I please, please, please do an okay job in South Carolina to stay an ECHL head coach?'' Carbery quickly fell in love with coaching when he became an assistant for the Stingrays in 2010. A year later, he was the head coach. In 2018, he became the coach of the Hershey Bears, then jumped up to the NHL as an assistant with the Toronto Maple Leafs before he was hired in Washington in 2023. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. In his second year with the Capitals, Carbery led Washington to the top of the Eastern Conference with a 51-win regular season. The Capitals then beat the Canadiens in the first round for their first Stanley Cup playoff series win since 2018. During the regular season, Carbery navigated captain Alex Ovechkin's chase of Wayne Gretzky's NHL goals record – and the six weeks he missed with a fractured bone in his leg – while overseeing the development of young players such as winger Aliaksei Protas and forward Connor McMichael, both of whom had the most productive seasons of their careers. RECOMMENDED VIDEO 'I was impressed this year with [Carbery's] growth,' Capitals General Manager Chris Patrick told The Post. 'Coaches are always evaluating, right? They're in the business of evaluating their players and stuff, but I think he showed a really intelligent self-evaluation from his first year to his second year. … He showed really good growth, and that all comes from self-evaluation and self-reflection. Constantly striving to be like, 'How can I be better? How can we be better as a staff? What else can we do to make this team get to the next level?'' This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Center Pierre-Luc Dubois, whom Carbery called 'arguably our most valuable player' at Washington's season-ending media availability, stands out as a prime example of his influence. The Capitals traded for Dubois last summer, after an unsuccessful season with the Los Angeles Kings, and were the 26-year-old's fourth team in five years. In Washington, Dubois shook off his perception of being a malcontent and was a two-way force, playing the toughest defensive matchups while also turning in the best offensive season of his career (66 points in 82 games). 'From the first phone call when I got traded, through training camp and as the season went on, it was pretty clear what he wanted from me,' Dubois said. 'We built that relationship of trust.' This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. When Carbery talks about the foundation of trust in his coaching style, the passion and intensity with which he approaches his job becomes clear. He speaks of hours and hours of work, of thoughtful collaboration, and of true belief in each other. If a player knows Carbery is genuinely committed to their success – that 'I want to see them succeed and I will do anything – anything,' he says – trust starts to build. From that trust comes honest conversations, and teamwork, and, hopefully, improvement. 'They know that everything I'm showing them, negative or positive, is coming from a place of, I want to see them succeed,' he said. 'That, I think, is where it's all rooted at. Teaching and coaching is building that trust so that when you get into the trenches, they know that you've got their back and they can trust you. Good or bad, if we're playing well, if we're not, they know it's coming from a spot where they can trust me as the head coach.' This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. McMichael and Protas have known Carbery for years, dating from the coach's time in Hershey, when they were just beginning their professional careers. Their long-running relationship with their coach shines through when they're asked about the impact he has had on their development. RECOMMENDED VIDEO 'Carbs has been huge for my career,' McMichael said. '[He] really taught me what it was like to be a pro and how to conduct myself on and off the ice. Then when he came here, it was the same thing. I had that connection back in Hershey with him, so it was pretty easy to talk to him at the start. He really made me feel comfortable. He really believed in me. I think that was a huge thing as well. I could feel that confidence he had in me and that trust.' This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Winger Anthony Beauvillier, who was traded to Washington in March, only played for Carbery for a couple of months. But it didn't take long for Carbery to leave a strong impression on him, too. 'He's got such a way of communicating with his players,' Beauvillier said. 'Personally, I like feedback, and he was really good on that, just watching clips or talking, whether it's a 30-second conversation or a five-minute meeting. He was really good, and I think a lot of guys appreciate that in the room.' When Carbery started coaching, he didn't know how much he'd love it. Fifteen years later, that love and passion earned him the award as the best coach in the NHL. 'I love this. I'm passionate about it,' he said. 'I love going to the rink. I love waking up and can hardly sleep and want to get there. I want to dive into it. I love the competitiveness of it. It's my passion. Sometimes, it's super frustrating and I can get very emotional and down, but that's all part of it. … I am so passionate about development and getting better and helping players and helping a team achieve their absolute max potential. That's why I wake up in the morning.' Olympics Editorial Cartoons Editorial Cartoons World NHL
