Patrik Allvin has been a member of the Pittsburgh Penguins for many years.
In November last year, he became assistant general manager (GM) after 14 years as a scout for the NHL club.
Jim Rutherford has been forced to resign as GM due to personal reasons.
Patrik Allvin takes over as a temporary solution.
- I want everyone to know - from owners to supporters - that I will do my utmost for the Penguins during this period, Allvin says to the club's website.
The Penguins write that they are looking for a permanent replacement.
The text is updated.