Former Norris Winner Mark Giordano Set to Return to the NHL in a New Role

After a fantastic run with the Calgary Flames, Seattle Kraken and Toronto Maple Leafs, Mark Giordano's hockey career has seemingly come to an end, despite no official announcement of his retirement.

Last summer, the veteran blue liner committed to continuing his career on the ice, but unfortunately, he just couldn't find any interest as a free agent, and now, he's moved on to the next phase of his career.

According to David Alter of The Hockey News, Giordano is set to begin a new role with the Maple Leafs, as he will be working with the Toronto Marlies in a role that has not officially been announced as of yet.

This comes after Giordano was spotted behind the Maple Leafs bench during recent prospects game, with many believing that he's taking on a coaching role with the team, and given his experience at the NHL level, there's very few former players better suited for a role than Gio.

It appears as though GM Brad Treliving is set to finalize a few more roles around the Marlies before making the Giordano hiring official, but given the connection those two have through the Calgary Flames, it's no surprise that Gio wants a role within this organization.

Only time will tell how high within the coaching ranks Giordano can climb in Toronto, but given his leadership, his experience and the knowledge he can impart on the future Maple Leafs, this is nothing but a great hire for the Maple Leafs.