8-Feb-06. NHL Gambling Shocker. Calgary Sun, 3.

In an operation dubbed Operation Slap Shot, the New Jersey state police have accused Phoenix Coyotes assistant coach Rick Tocchet with being the financier of a highly organized betting ring. An investigation into the New Jersey-based ring discovered the processing of more than 1,000 wagers over 40 days, exceeding $1.7-million US, on pro and college sports, mostly football and basketball.