GUELPH — The Guelph Storm has added a second assistant coach in the form of Luca Caputi.

Caputi, a 26-year-old Toronto native, is a former Ontario Hockey League all-star who played 35 games in the National Hockey League with the Toronto Maple Leafs and Pittsburgh Penguins. He wrapped up his playing career in Sweden last season.

Caputi joins head coach Bill Stewart and assistant coach Todd Harvey, although it has yet to be determined if he will be on the bench or in the press box.

Caputi, who has battled injuries the past couple of years, said deciding to stop playing wasn't easy.

"It's always a tough decision and not the easiest thing to go through, but it was something that made sense to me and my family," said Caputi. "Once I made the decision I pursued it pretty heavily."

He traveled with general manager Mike Kelly to Stewart's home in Bobcaygeon last week for a meeting.

Caputi said ever since he's turned professional he kept a journal of notes and ideas that he hoped to someday use as a coach.

"I saw myself being a coach later on. I used to write down drills that I thought I would bring as a coach and quotes from coaches. I've always been a student of the game, writing things down," Caputi said.

Coaches he's played for in the past include Dan Bylsma, Todd Richards, Ron Wilson and Trent Yawney.

"I know the Guelph Storm is a class organization and I'm just looking forward to learning and being a part of it," he said. "I'm learning from two guys that can teach me a lot. I'm looking to earn their trust and prove I can be a coach."