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One of the NHL's most controversial coaches ever is named as possible replacement for Red Wings' Derek Lalonde

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Daniel Lucente
November 29, 2024  (12:12)
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Head coach Derek Lalonde seen behind the Detroit Red Wings bench
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The Detroit Red Wings are in a funk, and it could spell trouble for head coach Derek Lalonde, who is on the hot seat and could be replaced by Joel Quenneville.

Having locked in their young core with long-term deals this summer, the Detroit Red Wings have struggled to find consistency so far. Sitting sixth in the Atlantic Division, the playoffs are still a possibility since they trail a Wild Card spot by just three points.

The Red Wings have an important weekend with two home games, and not coming away with at least a win could see General Manager Steve Yzerman make the bold move to let go of head coach Derek Lalonde, according to Darren Dreger.

"They're only three points out of a Wild Card spot and they've got a crucial three-game homestand happening this week. What happens if they go 1 for 3 or 0 for 3?

We know that Steve Yzerman is loyal to his coaches, but they have to remain competitive. So if they have a good homestand everything should be fine.

If they don't that might force Yzerman to make a decision and the sense is that they would go with an internal interim candidate and then hope that a top coach eventually becomes available."

- Darren Dreger


Detroit has already secured one of the three victories Dreger hinted at, thanks to an overtime goal against the Calgary Flames.

While elite coaching talent is rare in the NHL, one polarizing name could resurface: Joel Quenneville. After resigning as Panthers head coach in 2021 due to his role in the Kyle Beach scandal, Quenneville has been absent from the league.

With Stan Bowman recently returning as the Edmonton Oilers' GM, some wonder if Quenneville could also make a comeback.

According to ESPN's Greg Wyshynski, Quenneville might even be a candidate to take over behind the Red Wings' bench.

For now, the speculation continues, but the immediate focus for Detroit is its game today against the New Jersey Devils. The next few weeks are going to be telling as far as the future goes.

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