NHL Network hires Coyne Schofield as studio analyst

NHL Network has hired United States Olympic Gold Medalist Kendall Coyne Schofield as a studio analyst.

Coyne Schofield will make her debut on ''NHL Tonight'' on Monday, March. 4 at 10 p.m. ET alongside Tony Luftman and Kevin Weekes, the network announced on Friday.

On March 5 at 4 p.m. ET, the 26-year-old will be part of the second annual all-female production of NHL Network's daily show ''NHL Now'' with co-hosts Jamie Hersch and Jackie Redmond.

"I am extremely excited for the opportunity to join NHL Network as an on-air analyst," she told NHL public relations. "I'm looking forward to joining a team of expert analysts and sharing my passion for the game with hockey fans."

The Illinois native made history when she became the first woman to compete during NHL All-Star weekend in January. Coyne Schofield put her speed on display in the Fastest Skater event, posting a time of 14.5 seconds.

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