Regina Pats Turn to Proven Developer David Bell to Lead Next Chapter

Regina Pats turn to proven developer David Bell to lead next chapter

The Regina Pats spent weeks searching for their next head coach. When the process ended, general manager Dale Derkatch said the answer became clear.

Regina Pats hire David Bell as next head coach

Bell, who spent the last seven years with the AHL's Belleville Bulls, replaces Brad Herauf who was let go earlier this off-season.

Regina Pats name David Bell as 44th head coach in franchise history – Western Hockey League

Regina, Sask. – The Regina Pats Hockey Club is proud to announce the hiring of David Bell as the 44th Head Coach in franchise history. Bell, 49, joins the Pats following seven seasons with the American Hockey League's Belleville Senators, the primary affiliate of the Ottawa Senators. He served as an assistant coach from 2019-23 before being promoted to head coach in 2023, a position he held through December 2025. During his time with the Senator…