Sea Dogs announce changes to Hockey Operations and Scouting staff
SAINT JOHN – The Saint John Sea Dogs announced today that Justin Landry has been promoted to Assistant to the General Manager, Marc-Olivier Heredia has been promoted to Head of Player Personnel and Head Scout, and Chris Hatzitolios has been promoted to Hockey Operations Assistant.
Landry is entering his seventh year with the Sea Dogs organization. The Quispamsis, New Brunswick native will be assisting with strategy, transactions and the draft. Landry will also continue in his role as Head of Analytics.
“Justin was my first hire when I came into a management role seven years ago and we have worked side by side ever since,” said Sea Dogs general manager Anthony Stella. “He’s been vital to the building and success of our last championship and will now take on a bigger role towards this new challenge of winning another cup.”
A product of Montreal, Quebec, Heredia enters his sixth year with the team having worked as a scout since 2018. His main focus will be prospect relationships and the QMJHL Draft.
“I’ve worked closely with Marco for five years now and I’m very proud to see his growth over the years,” commented Stella. “His work ethic and professionalism is unmatched and he’s grinded his way into these new roles.”
In his fourth year with the organization, Hatzitolios will take on increased scouting duties while also assisting with hockey operations administrative duties. The Toronto, Ontario native is also Hockey Operations Assistant for the AHL’s Laval Rocket and Associate General Manager for the Montreal Phoenix of the Quebec Junior AAA Hockey League.
“Chris brings a great work ethic and continues to learn and grow. He’s someone who’s always up to the task, determined and hungry,” said Stella.
The team also announced that Sean Mundey and Andy Lehoux will return to the scouting staff, while Trevor Scott has been hired as a scout. Senior Advisor Wayne Mundey is also back for his eighth year with the Sea Dogs.
“It’s very important to build a legacy and to promote from within. We have a culture of work ethic and loyalty to each other that is infectious and we want to continue to build on that,” Stella added. “Development is not only important on/off the ice for players but for the hockey ops staff as well. This group is up to the challenge of building another competitive team and pushing to win another championship. We will not be outworked.”
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