43-year-old inks two-year deal after guiding Thunderbirds to Calder Cup playoffs, winning pair of series to reach the Atlantic Division Final before falling in a fifth and deciding game

Steve Ott knew he wanted to lead his own bench. Now the coach of the Springfield Thunderbirds, he’s making sure to stay patient – with his eyes set on one day doing the same in the NHL.

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Blues head coach Jim Montgomery will temporarily take over role of unit currently 25th in the NHL with associate coach taking AHL head coaching duties in Springfield

Team's associate coach will assume role for remainder of season after firing of Steve Konowalchuk At Springfield