Top NHL Coaches: Brind'Amour and Maurice

In the latest NHL coaching rankings, Rod Brind'Amour of the Carolina Hurricanes has been ranked second, while Paul Maurice of the Florida Panthers secured the third spot. According to The Hockey News, Brind'Amour, who has coached the Hurricanes for eight seasons without missing the playoffs, is celebrated for his exceptional leadership and modern coaching style.

He achieved a notable milestone by winning the Stanley Cup as a bench boss this past June, solidifying his reputation as a proven winner with a .657 points percentage, the second highest among coaches with over 100 regular-season games.

Meanwhile, Maurice has made a significant impact since joining the Panthers, leading them to a Stanley Cup final and back-to-back championships in his tenure. Despite a challenging 2025-26 season, the Panthers are expected to bounce back, with Maurice potentially on track to become the NHL's all-time leader in games coached.

His experience and strategic prowess have earned him respect across the league, positioning him as a key figure for the Panthers' success moving forward.