May 26, 2011

Ray Shero: Five Years on the Job

The following article featuring former St. Lawrence standout Ray Shero appeared May 25 on the Pittsburgh Penguins Web site.

 

By Michelle Crechiolo

Five years ago today, Ray Shero was struggling with a huge decision.

Should he accept the position of general manager of the Pittsburgh Penguins, or take the same job with another NHL club that had also made him an offer? 

Shero, who was assistant GM of the Nashville Predators at the time, turned to his mentor, Predators GM David Poile, for guidance – who offered it in a “you’ll thank me later” type of way.

Complete article can be accessed via the Pittsburgh Web site by clicking here.