The Columbus Blue Jackets have decided to part ways with head coach Brad Larsen after two seasons. This news comes after the Blue Jackets finished the 2020-2021 season with a record of 18-26-12, missing the playoffs for the third consecutive year.
Larsen was hired as the Blue Jackets’ head coach in 2019, replacing John Tortorella who had been with the team since 2015. During his two seasons as head coach, Larsen led the team to a record of 64-58-18, with a .524 winning percentage. While his tenure was relatively successful, the team failed to make the playoffs in either season.
The Blue Jackets have now begun the search for a new head coach. General Manager Jarmo Kekalainen has stated that he is looking for someone who can help the team reach its potential and make the playoffs. He also noted that the team is looking for someone who can develop young players and help them reach their full potential.
The Blue Jackets have been in rebuild mode for the past few years and have been trying to develop their young core of players. With Larsen gone, the team will now look to find someone who can help them take the next step and become a playoff contender.
It remains to be seen who the Blue Jackets will hire as their next head coach, but it is clear that they are looking for someone who can help them reach their potential and make the playoffs. The team has a lot of talent and is in a good position to make a run at the postseason in the near future.
