Rick Dudley has been named senior vice president of hockey operations with the Carolina Hurricanes, the team announced Tuesday morning.
Dudley had previously served as senior VP of hockey ops and assistant general manager with the Montreal Canadiens.
“Rick brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our management group,” Hurricanes owner and CEO Tom Dundon said in a press release. “He has been a part of building championship teams on every level of professional hockey, and will play an important role in helping us build a winner in Raleigh.”
The 69-year-old has several decades of experience as an NHL executive. In addition to working for the Canadiens, Dudley has held various positions with the Toronto Maple Leafs, Atlanta Thrashers, Chicago Blackhawks, Florida Panthers, Tampa Bay Lightning and Ottawa Senators.
“I would like to thank Rick Dudley for his contributions to the Canadiens organization over the last six years,” Montreal Canadiens general manager Marc Bergevin said in a statement. “His vast hockey knowledge and extensive experience have been key assets to our team. On a more personal level, since I became an amateur scout in 2005, Rick has not only been a valuable advisor and confidant, but also a great friend I could always count on. On behalf of myself and the Montreal Canadiens, I wish Rick all the success in his new role with the Carolina Hurricanes.”
Dudley had been with the Canadiens organization since 2012. Bergevin added that Dudley’s vacated role will not be replaced within the hockey management group.
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