Original: Rule 6.2 of the 2008 â "09 Official NHL Rulebook indicates that" (only) when the Captain is not in uniform, the Coach shall have the right to designate three Alternate Captains.
Simplified: Rule 6.2 of the 2008 â "09 Official NHL Rulebook says that" (only) when the Captain is not in uniform, the Coach shall have the right to designate three Alternate Captains.