Overview

• On August 13, the Shanghai Dragons officially named Gerard Gallant head coach under a two-year contract.
• The rebranded franchise will compete next season in St. Petersburg’s SKA Arena before moving back to Shanghai after 2025–26.
• Dragons CEO Sergey Belykh set a clear requirement for the team to reach the playoffs, with expectations to advance deep into the post-season.
• Gallant will be joined on his staff by longtime assistant coach Mike Kelly, reuniting a tandem from their NHL tenure.
• Gallant’s NHL résumé highlights a Jack Adams Award alongside leading the Vegas Golden Knights to the 2018 Stanley Cup Final.