‘It’s an eclectic group. Trottier’s a legend who also his paid dues as an assistant coach before briefly coaching the New York Rangers. Irbe, the goalie coach, is a former NHL All-Star and Nolan’s assistant with Latvia. Coolen and Flynn, Nolan’s assistant with the New York Islanders, are veteran coaches with junior, college and European experience.’
Sabres' Nolan anxious to get season started
Source: Olean Times Herald