UPDATE: Wolves Relieve Duncanson
October 31, 2022 – Ontario Hockey League (OHL) – Sudbury Wolves News Release
(Greater Sudbury, ON) The Sudbury Wolves announce that they have made a coaching change and have
relieved Craig Duncanson from his coaching duties.
“We would like to thank Craig for his time and effort with the team,” said Sudbury Wolves VP and
General Manager Rob Papineau. “He holds a special place in our franchise’s history as one of our highest
drafted players and also as an alumnus who coached the team. He is a great person, and we wish him
nothing but success with his future endeavours.”
Duncanson was drafted by the Wolves in the 1st round of the 1983 OHL Priority Selection, 2nd overall. He
played three seasons with the Wolves from 1983 to 1986 before being drafted to the Los Angeles Kings
in the 1st round, 9th overall in 1985. In July 2021, the Lively, ON native was named the Head Coach of the
Sudbury Wolves.
Assistant GM Ken Mackenzie will step in on interim basis while the team finalizes the search for the next
head coach. MacKenzie is one of the most successful coaches in Wolves history.
“We believe in every one of our players. We are committed to the success of this team and to each and
every player,” added Papineau.
The Sudbury Wolves would like to thank Craig for his hard work and dedication to the club over both his
playing and coaching career and wish him the best in his future!
The Sudbury Wolves will get set to begin a 7-game homestand this week as they host the Sault Ste.
Marie Greyhounds on Wednesday at 7:05pm. The Wolves will also host a double header on Friday when
they host the Niagara IceDogs at 7:05pm and Sunday when the Mississauga Steelheads come to town at
2:05pm. Tickets are on sale now at the Sudbury Arena Box Office and online at
greatersudbury.ca/tickets.
For more information, visit sudburywolves.com.
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