"Dating as far back as our playing days with the Flames, Jarome and I have always talked about one day working together in the NHL.
That day has finally come and I'm happy to welcome him back to Calgary. Jarome provides a creative approach and smart hockey mind to our team blended with a passion for the game, and a desire to win the Stanley Cup.
Our relationship goes back 20 years and includes being opponents and teammates combined with a long-standing friendship.
While our views on the game are similar, we often challenged each other on systems and playing style, always pushing each other to be better.
I look forward to our team benefiting from his fierce competitiveness, career experiences and love of hockey."