Skyler Brind'Amour Shines in NHL Preseason Debut, Coached by Father Rod Brind'Amour

Tuesday, September 24th, 2024

Skyler Brind'Amour joined the Hurricanes, allowing his father, coach Rod Brind'Amour, to witness a 2-1 preseason win in Tampa Bay from the bench.

Rod Brind'Amour, despite the family ties, focused on the team's overall performance but recognized the moment's importance.

In his performance, the younger Brind'Amour logged 14:10 of ice time and achieved a 50% faceoff win rate. His previous experience includes playing in the AHL and securing a national championship with Quinnipiac University.

For the Brind'Amour family, Amalie Arena holds special memories as it is where Quinnipiac clinched their title. Skyler Brind'Amour's early hockey days were spent in Raleigh, where his father enjoyed an illustrious career.

Rod Brind'Amour noted his son's progress and the need for continuous improvement. Known for his proficiency in faceoffs, the elder Brind'Amour boasts a 59.3% win rate with the Hurricanes.

In the previous preseason, Skyler Brind'Amour played against Carolina as a member of the Florida Panthers.

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