History of Mitch Love in Timeline
Mitchell "Mitch" Love is a Canadian former professional ice hockey player. He transitioned into coaching and most recently worked as an assistant coach for the Washington Capitals in the National Hockey League (NHL). His career highlights his involvement in professional ice hockey as both a player and a coach.
2 days ago : Mitch Love Suspended by NHL Following Domestic Abuse Investigation: Full Season Ban
Mitch Love, Washington Capitals assistant coach, received an NHL suspension for the entire 2025-26 season. The suspension follows an investigation into allegations of domestic abuse during his time as Calgary Wranglers coach. The league announced the decision.
June 15, 1984: Mitchell Ryan Love Born
On June 15, 1984, Mitchell Ryan Love was born. He is a Canadian former professional ice hockey player who was most recently an assistant coach with the Washington Capitals.
1999: Moose Jaw Warriors Training Camp
In 1999, at 15 years old, Love played bantam, midget, and junior ice hockey for Notre Dame. Afterwards, he attended the Moose Jaw Warriors' training camp.
2000: Full-Time Role with Moose Jaw Warriors
In the 2000-01 season, Love's play and maturation secured him a full-time role with the Moose Jaw Warriors in the WHL.
October 2001: Trade to Swift Current Broncos
In October 2001, Love was traded to the Swift Current Broncos, where he added toughness to the team.
2002: Fighting 18 Times
During the 2001-02 season, Love fought 18 times for the Swift Current Broncos, bringing toughness to the team.
2003: Trade to Everett Silvertips
Prior to the 2003-04 season, Love was traded by the Broncos to the expansion franchise Everett Silvertips with teammate Torrie Wheat.
November 6, 2004: Career-Best Game vs. Saskatoon Blades
On November 6, 2004, Love had the best game of his WHL career in terms of points, recording one goal and four assists in a 5–2 win against the Saskatoon Blades.
2004: Successful Inaugural Season with the Silvertips
In 2004, Love aided the Silvertips during their deep playoff run, scoring a game-winning goal in the western conference final. The Silvertips had one of the most successful inaugural seasons in hockey history.
October 14, 2005: Professional Debut
On October 14, 2005, Love made his professional debut in a 4–2 win against the Manchester Monarchs, playing for the Lowell Lock Monsters of the AHL.
2005: Injury During Playoffs
During the 2004-05 season, Love sat out due to injury multiple times, including during their first-round matchup against the Portland Winterhawks during the 2005 WHL playoffs.
2006: Lock Monsters Renamed
Prior to the 2006-07 season, the Lock Monsters were purchased and renamed the Lowell Devils by the New Jersey Devils, forcing the Avalanche to select a new AHL affiliate with the Albany River Rats.
January 17, 2007: First Professional Goal
On January 17, 2007, Love scored his first professional goal in a game against the Norfolk Admirals while playing for the Lowell Devils.
2007: Avalanche Change AHL Affiliates
Ahead of the 2007-08 season, the Avalanche changed AHL affiliates again, this time to the Lake Erie Monsters for their inaugural season.
April 8, 2008: Suspension
During the 2007-08 season, Love served a one-game suspension due to his actions in a game against the Syracuse Crunch on April 8, 2008.
2009: Signs with Peoria Rivermen
In 2009, Love earned himself a professional tryout with the St. Louis Blues during their training camp, but ultimately signed with their AHL affiliate, the Peoria Rivermen for the 2009–10 season.
September 8, 2010: Signs with Bossier-Shreveport Mudbugs
On September 8, 2010, Love signed as a free agent with the Bossier-Shreveport Mudbugs of the Central Hockey League (CHL).
2010: No Contract Offered in AHL
In 2010, Love was not offered a contract in the AHL for the 2010-11 season due to developmental rules limiting veteran players on a team's roster, and his diminishing production.
August 13, 2011: Retirement Announcement
On August 13, 2011, Love announced his retirement from professional hockey after a season-ending injury and the folding of the Mudbugs organization.
May 30, 2018: Hired as Head Coach of Saskatoon Blades
On May 30, 2018, Love was hired as the head coach of the WHL's Saskatoon Blades, beginning with the 2018–19 season.
2018: Assistant Coach at Hlinka Gretzky Cup
In 2018, Love served as an assistant coach for Canada's U-18 team at the 2018 Hlinka Gretzky Cup, helping to lead the team to a gold medal.
November 22, 2019: Jersey Retirement by the Silvertips
On November 22, 2019, Love's jersey number was retired by the Everett Silvertips. He was the first player to have his number retired by the team.
2020: Assistant Coach at World Juniors
In 2020, Love served as an assistant coach for the 2020 World Juniors, with the team winning the gold medal.
July 12, 2021: Joins Calgary Flames Affiliate
On July 12, 2021, Love accepted a position with the Calgary Flames to be the head coach of their American Hockey League affiliate, the Stockton Heat.
2022: Leads Calgary Wranglers to Championship
In 2022, Love led the team to the regular season championship and the ninth best regular season AHL record of all time, capturing the Macgregor Kilpatrick Trophy.
June 22, 2023: Named Assistant Coach for Washington Capitals
On June 22, 2023, Love was named an assistant coach for the Washington Capitals of the NHL, focusing on working with the defensemen.
September 14, 2025: Put on Leave by the Capitals
On September 14, 2025, the Capitals announced that the team was putting Love on leave pending the completion of a league investigation, the reason was not given.
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