The Carolina Hurricanes have promoted a few promotions to key members of their front office, announcing that Eric Tulsky and Darren Yorke will now serve as assistant general managers. Aaron Schwartz has been hired as a director of hockey operations. Hurricanes GM Don Waddell released a statement on the moves:
Eric and Darren have earned this opportunity through their hard work and creativity in assisting player decisions and evaluation. Aaron has a great deal of experience in hockey and we are excited to add his knowledge and relationships to our organization. We are confident in Eric, Darren and Aaron’s abilities, and they will play a vital role in bringing a championship to Raleigh.
Tulsky, one of the leading minds in hockey analytics, has been with the team since 2014 and is behind many of the data-driven decisions the team has made over the last several years. He will now be involved in all hockey-related matters, manage the team’s pro scouting and continue to oversee the hockey information department. Yorke meanwhile has been with the team even longer, originally hired as a video scout in 2009. He will oversee the amateur scouting and player development and continue to run the team’s draft.
Schwartz, who comes with a varied resume that includes time with the Montreal Canadiens and Washington Capitals, will be tasked with assisting in negotiations and salary cap compliance.
The Hurricanes begin play in one week, heading to face the Detroit Red Wings for two games.