More news from Nashville, this time regarding our favorite Finnish netminder!
Incoming GM Barry Trotz announced today that the team has named former Predators goaltender Pekka Rinne as European Development Coach and Scout.https://t.co/ebi4z83GZF
— Nashville Predators (@PredsNHL) June 26, 2023
This is an obvious fit and an “official” announcement about what Rinne has already been doing in an advisory capacity. The PR announcement says “Rinne will work primarily with all goaltenders in the organization, including prospects overseas; scout European-based goalies for the franchise; and continue to work, learn and observe alongside Predators Goaltending Coach Ben Vanderklok. Based in Finland, he will also travel to Nashville and Milwaukee and attend team camps.”
Rinne is already iconic, and this just adds to his already impressive resume, which includes a King Clancy Memorial Trophy and a Vezina Trophy. Congratulations on your new role, Pekka!