Why Tocchet Left Canucks, And Red Wings And Other NHL Rumors – Hockey Writer – NHL Rumors
Why did Rick Tocchet leave the Vancouver Canucks amid today's NHL rumor? He believes that family is a priority and it’s time to explore his choice, but is there more? And, how will this affect Quinn Hughes? Steve Yzerman held a post-season media conference and addressed the plan for Detroit’s Red Wings. Finally, did the Utah Hockey Club formally decide their new name?
Rick Tocchet
Vancouver Canaks confirmed Tuesday that Rick Tocchet will not be head coaching for the upcoming season, saying he “choosed to get out of his role.”
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The Canucks have been severely criticized for failing to complete the deal. “The coach is not leaving the team. Rick Tocchet is leaving. What a mess!” said reporter Patrick Johnston. Halford and Brought’s performances called Canucks “one of the most dysfunctional organizations in professional sports.” Analyst Rachel Doerrie also criticized the team's handling of Bruce Boudreau before hiring Tocchet, saying: “Bruce deserves something better.
Team President Jim Rutherford said Tocchet's departure could be difficult against superstar defensive player Quinn Hughes. Rutherford admitted he had not spoken to the team captain yet, noting: “I've called Quinn, but I haven't heard it yet.” He suggested that Hughes would take some time, but his professionalism would see him coming.
Sources say Vancouver's proposal will make Tocchet one of the highest-paid coaches in the NHL. So his departure is not about money, but something deeper into the organizational culture. While Tocchet's decision may not have a direct relationship with another position opening, it is believed that he may end up being a Philadelphia Flyingman. The Canucks will start looking for a coach, with both Manny Malhotra and Peter Laviolette in the position.
Yzerman is willing to spend a lot of money in free agents, close to Patrick Kane
General Manager Steve Yzerman and head coach Todd McLellan held a postseason media supply with The Detroit Media and spoke about Dylan Larkin's comments on the trade deadline and its future plans. Izeman said they hadn't heard of bad morale and that Larkin's comments had been resolved, noting that he hoped the leaders in the locker room would provide the morale the team might need.
Larkin’s public frustration is understandable, and Yzerman said: “I’ve spoken directly with Dylan about Dylan’s comments.” Izerman also said that if the right players are available, the team is ready to spend more than $10 million this summer. He confirmed: “We are definitely prepared to be big.”
He also confirmed that re-signation veteran Patrick Kane has a shared interest. His next deal may be similar to the one he signed this season. Red Wings signed Kane to a one-year, $4 million contract with a performance bonus of up to $2.5 million.
Hopefully the team follows the goalkeeper this summer. He admitted they didn't have “horses” online and confirmed that potential client Sebastian Cossa is not ready for the NHL.
Mammoth's official Utah Hockey Club name?
According to ESPN's Greg Wyshynski, “Utah Hockey Club officials will not confirm whether 'Mammoth' is their new name after the 'Mammoth' leaked on the team's official YouTube channel Tuesday night.“The YouTube channel changed its name and noticed fans. The channel was quickly disabled and was still inaccessible as of Wednesday morning.
When asked about the name, all teams confirmed that “we are totally expected to announce permanent names and identities before the 25-26 NHL season.”
