The veteran forward brings championship pedigree to Long Island, replacing Eric Cairns to oversee the growth and progression of the organization’s next generation of talent.
The New York Islanders announced on Tuesday that they have hired former NHL forward and Stanley Cup champion Pascal Dupuis as their new Director of Player Development.
This role had been previously held by former Islander Eric Cairns, who had held that role since the 2013-14 season.
Cairns is no longer involved in hockey operations for the organization.
Dupuis played 15 years in the NHL after going undrafted, recording 409 points (190 goals, 219 assists). He won the Stanley Cup with the Pittsburgh Penguins back in 2009 and got his name back on the Cup in 2016, despite retiring mid-season due to a medical condition related to blood clots.
Since 2021-22, Dupuis has owned the QMJHL's Shawinigan Cataractes, serving in different roles, from hockey operations to player development over the years.
This marks Dupuis first NHL post-career gig.
Dupuis comes aboard the Islanders at a time when player development has never been more crucial, as the organization has prospects that they're banking on becoming critical pieces over the next few seasons.
