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Panthers name Jack Capuano associate coach

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The Florida Panthers have made an addition to head coach Bob Boughner's staff.

Former New York Islanders bench boss Jack Capuano was named associate coach Friday. He's expected to focus on defense and the penalty kill, TSN's Darren Dreger adds.

"I am thrilled to welcome Jack to our coaching staff," said Boughner, who was hired June 12. "He is a knowledgeable and experienced voice to have behind our bench that will work well with our young players."

During a tenure that spanned parts of seven seasons, Capuano coached the Islanders to a regular-season record of 227-192-64 and advanced to the postseason three times.

He was fired by the club in January, months after defeating the Panthers in the first round of the 2016 Stanley Cup Playoffs.

"I am extremely excited to join the Florida Panthers organization," Capuano said. "My familiarity with the Panthers has grown a lot throughout the past few years and I'm eager to work with such a young, talented group of players."

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