Follow me on Twitter: @BenShelley_20 Follow HockeyBuzz Sharks Twitter: @HB_Sharks Rocky Thompson will not be back as a member of the San Jose Sharks’ coaching staff next season, as he will not be able to get vaccinated for COVID-19.
#SJSharks associate coach Rocky Thompson will not return as a member of the coaching staff for the 2021-22 season. https://t.co/3YGfQtILiC
— San Jose Sharks (@SanJoseSharks) September 3, 2021
"Due to a medical exemption that prevents me from taking the COVID-19 vaccine, under the new League protocols, I am not permitted to fulfill my duties on the Sharks coaching staff at this time," said Thompson in a statement. "I will have no further comment on this matter." Last year was Thompson’s first year as a member of San Jose’s coaching staff. The Sharks’ statement says the team will name a replacement in the near future. ***NOTE: We've launched a HockeyBuzz Sharks Twitter account! For anyone interested, you can follow @HB_Sharks for updates on articles, Sharks news, etc.*** Quiz Maker OTHER ARTICLES FROM SEPTEMBER Sharks waive Ivan Chekhovich for purpose of contract termination