Vancouver Canucks forward Jeff Tambellini (10) before game two of the western conference finals of the 2011 Stanley Cup playoffs against the San Jose Sharks at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Anne-Marie Sorvin-Imagn Images [https://deweb-519a7.b-cdn.net/post-images/9b931d53-9bd5-4337-a125-beb719523024.jpeg] Vancouver Canucks forward Jeff Tambellini (10) before game two of the western conference finals of the 2011 Stanley Cup playoffs against the San Jose Sharks at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Anne-Marie Sorvin-Imagn Images Former Seattle Kraken Director of Player Development, Jeff Tambellini, has signed with the Tampa Bay Lightning as Assistant General Manager and Director of Hockey Operations. Tambellini has been with the Kraken since the 2022-23 season, working as the Director of Player Development for three seasons. The Kraken have seen positive results from young players coming through their minor league system, and a large part is because of Tambellini's success. Prior to joining the Kraken, the 41-year-old worked as a College Scout for the Lightning. “I couldn’t be more excited to return to the Lightning organization,” said Tambellini. “It’s where I played, got my first NHL job, and earned my first Stanley Cup ring. I’m thrilled to once again work with such a great group of hockey professionals in Tampa Bay. I want to thank Julien (BriseBois) for the opportunity to take this next step in my career, and I can’t wait to get to Tampa and get started.” Lightning hire Jeff Tambellini as Assistant General Manager and Director of Hockey Operations [https://deweb-519a7.b-cdn.net/post-images/be001a78-5f60-4bf7-a007-a394a9a2fcca.webp] Lightning hire Jeff Tambellini as Assistant General Manager and Director of Hockey Operations On Monday the Lightning announced the hiring of Jeff Tambellini as the new Assistant General Manager and Director of Hockey Operations. The move effectively fills the vacancy left by Mathieu Darche, who was named General Manager of the New York Islanders in May. [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/tampa-bay-lightning/latest-news/lightning-hire-jeff-tambellini-as-assistant-general-manager-and-director-of-hockey-operations] Tambellini played 242 games in the NHL during his career, and he's used his experiences in hockey in the second stage of his career. The Kraken will thoroughly miss Tambellini, and he had only good things to say about his time in Seattle. “I would also like to personally thank Ron Francis, Jason Botterill, and the entire Seattle Kraken organization for an incredible three years and for believing in me. I’m deeply grateful for the opportunity they gave me and for allowing me to pursue this exciting new role." Stay updated with the most interesting Kraken stories, analysis, breaking news and more! Tap the star to add us to your favourites on Google News [https://news.google.com/publications/CAAqBwgKMK-q0gsw7sXpAw/sections/CAQqEAgAKgcICjCvqtILMO7F6QMwrODfCA?hl=en-CA&gl=CA&ceid=CA%3Aen] to never miss a story.
