Blues keep Hitchcock

Wed., May 27, 2015

After careful deliberation, the St. Louis Blues are sticking with veteran coach Ken Hitchcock for another season. The Blues and Hitchcock on Tuesday announced a one-year contract. Financial terms were not disclosed. “This is unfinished business for me,” Hitchcock said. “I don’t want to coach to coach, I want to coach to win. I couldn’t find a better spot.” Both Hitchcock and general manager Doug Armey referred to the term “detoxing” since the Blues were eliminated in the first round of the playoffs. Instead of sweeping personnel changes, they promise increased commit- ment. Armstrong said he wouldn’t break up the core group that’s been in place for several seasons, including captain David Backes, T.J. Oshie, Alex Pietrangelo and Patrik Berglund. – AP

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