Report: Panthers interview Sean Burke for GM role
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The Florida Panthers interviewed Sean Burke for their general manager vacancy, a source told Arizona Coyotes insider Craig Morgan.
Burke is currently a scout and goaltending consultant with the Montreal Canadiens. He worked in the Coyotes organization for nearly a decade from 2007-16 in a number of roles, including goalie coach, director of player development, and assistant GM. Burke also served as the GM for Hockey Canada at the Spengler Cup (2017-present), World Championship (2018), and Olympic Games (2018).
The 53-year-old enjoyed an 18-season playing career as a goaltender. He played 66 of his 820 NHL games with the Panthers.
Florida fired Dale Tallon as GM on Aug. 10.