Jul 13, 2020
Panthers assistant coach Kitchen opts out
The Florida Panthers announced Monday assistant coach Mike Kitchen has opted out of the NHL's Return to Play program. "It as a difficult decision to say the least," Kitchen said. "But the right decision for me and my family."
TSN.ca Staff
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The Florida Panthers announced Monday assistant coach Mike Kitchen has opted out of the NHL's Return to Play program.
"It as a difficult decision to say the least," Kitchen said. "But the right decision for me and my family."
The Panthers, who on Monday opened training camp ahead of their play-in series with the New York Islanders, added they fully supported Kitchen's decision.
Kitchen joined the Panthers ahead of this season as part of Joel Quenneville's staff.