On May 8, 2025 the Anaheim Ducks announced Joel Quenneville as their new head coach.

Hiring the second most winningest coach in NHL history, who possesses three Stanley Cup rings would typically be described as a brilliant move, or a “no brainer.”

This was not the case when the Ducks introduced their new leader.

The Windsor born Quenneville played 803 games in the NHL as a defenceman from 1978 through 1991, suiting up for the Toronto Maple Leafs, Colorado Rockies, New Jersey Devils, Hartford Whalers, and Washington Capitals.

After the conclusion of his playing career, Quenneville joined the NHL coaching ranks and spent 25 seasons as a bench boss. This included stints with the St. Louis Blues, Colorado Avalanche, Chicago Blackhawks, and the Florida Panthers.

The hiring of the 67-year-old by Ducks GM Pat Verbeek was met with plenty of scrutiny. The decision was described as controversial, and ill timed. Most........

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