«We're very pleased to name John as the head coach of the Toronto Marlies,» said Ryan Hardy, Maple Leafs Assistant General Manager, Minor League Operations, in a press release. «John has supported the development and performance of his players throughout his coaching career while delivering team success at every level. His resume from the U.S. National Team Development Program to the OHL and eventually the NHL has armed him with a wealth of knowledge and experience that will be invaluable to both players and staff.»