The Americans are turning to the Devil - New Jersey Devils head coach John Hynes, that is.
Hynes was named head coach of the American squad at the upcoming World Championship, USA Hockey announced Friday.
"John has been involved with U.S. teams on multiple occasions in the past and we're excited to have him leading our team at the Men's World Championship," Jim Johansson, USA Hockey's assistant executive director of hockey operations, said. "John's teams are always well prepared and his extensive knowledge of our player pool is a big benefit as well."
The tournament takes place May 6-22 in Russia.
Hynes was head coach of the U.S. national team's development program from 2003-09.
The Devils are 37-36-8 in Hynes' first season behind the bench, and will not take part in the playoffs.
