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Jimmy Howard joins PWHL Detroit as goaltenders coach

Longtime Red Wings netminder Jimmy Howard was named the goaltenders coach for PWHL Detroit on Tuesday. Howard, 42, compiled a 246-196-70 record with 24 shutouts, a 2.62 goals-against average and a .912 save percentage in 543 games (523 starts) with…

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Published: Tuesday, 29 September 2026 at 4:27 PM

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Former Red Wings goalie Jimmy Howard was named goaltenders coach for expansion team PWHL Detroit.
Howard played 543 games for Detroit from 2005 to 2020 and made two All-Star appearances.
General manager Manon Rheaume praised Howard's technical knowledge and ability to mentor players mentally.

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Former Detroit Red Wings netminder Jimmy Howard has been named the goaltenders coach for PWHL Detroit. The 42-year-old spent his entire 14-season NHL career in Detroit, posting a 246-196-70 record across 543 games, including two NHL All-Star selections and a Stanley Cup victory in 2007-08.

PWHL Detroit general manager Manon Rheaume highlighted Howard's extensive experience and connection to the city as key assets for the goalies. The expansion team, coached by Josh Sciba, is scheduled to begin play in the fall.

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