Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Scott Arniel

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Scott Arniel made an impact.

Scott Arniel is a Canadian professional ice hockey coach and former player. He currently serves as the head coach for the Winnipeg Jets of the NHL. Previously, Arniel held coaching positions with the Columbus Blue Jackets (as head coach), New York Rangers, Washington Capitals, and also with the Winnipeg Jets as an associate coach. During his playing career, he was a left winger in the NHL, playing for the original Winnipeg Jets, Buffalo Sabres, and Boston Bruins.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1978: Joined Kingston Canadians

In 1978, Scott Arniel entered the major junior ranks with the Kingston Canadians of the Ontario Major Junior Hockey League (OMJHL).

May 10, 1981: Memorial Cup Championship

On May 10, 1981, Scott Arniel played a pivotal role in the Cornwall Royals' Memorial Cup championship, scoring a hat trick in an 8–2 victory over the Kitchener Rangers.

1981: Drafted by Winnipeg Jets

In 1981, Scott Arniel was selected by the Winnipeg Jets 22nd overall in the 1981 NHL Entry Draft and immediately began playing for the team, making his NHL debut in 1981–82, appearing in 17 games.

1982: Joined Jets Full-Time

In 1982, Scott Arniel joined the Winnipeg Jets full-time after being reassigned to junior.

1982: World Junior Championships Gold Medal

In 1982, Scott Arniel played at the 1982 World Junior Championships, helping Team Canada to their first-ever gold medal at the tournament.

1983: Rookie Season with the Jets

In 1983, Scott Arniel played his rookie season with the Winnipeg Jets and recorded 18 points.

1986: Joined Buffalo Sabres

In 1986, Scott Arniel joined the Buffalo Sabres, commencing a four-season tenure with the team.

1990: Returned to the Jets

In 1990, Scott Arniel returned to the Winnipeg Jets after playing four seasons with the Buffalo Sabres.

1991: Split season between Bruins and AHL

In 1991, Scott Arniel split the 1991–92 season between the Boston Bruins and the New Haven Nighthawks and Maine Mariners of the American Hockey League (AHL).

1995: Assistant Coach for Houston Aeros

In 1995, Scott Arniel began his coaching career as an assistant coach for the Houston Aeros of the IHL while still playing for the team.

1998: Retirement from Hockey

Following the 1998-99 season, Scott Arniel retired from professional hockey after playing in the minor leagues with the San Diego Gulls, Houston Aeros, Utah Grizzlies, and Manitoba Moose of the IHL.

1999: Assistant Coach for Manitoba Moose

After retiring as a player in 1999, Scott Arniel joined the coaching staff of the Manitoba Moose as an assistant coach.

2002: Assistant Coach for Buffalo Sabres

In 2002, Scott Arniel was named to the Buffalo Sabres' coaching staff as an assistant coach after serving as an assistant for the Manitoba Moose.

2008: Louis A. R. Pieri Memorial Award

In 2008, Scott Arniel led the Manitoba Moose to the league's best regular season record and a berth in the Calder Cup finals, earning him the Louis A. R. Pieri Memorial Award as coach of the year.