News Article: Ron Smith, former NYR AC, interim HC, AHL HC, passes away

[cwede]

he seemed like a good guy, back then the AC's were less seen,

he replaced Roger N when Mess got him pushed out

https://www.nhl.com/video/canucks-pay-tribute-to-ron-smith/c-47996403?q=ron+smith

http://www.eliteprospects.com/staff.php?staff=4311

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[Bluenote13]

Was the right hand man of Neilson in Buffalo, Vancouver, then NYRs. Was weird that he took over a team that had his longtime friend fired. Then it was weird seeing him as the Nucks assist coach during the 94 finals.

RIP