Minnesota Wild Fires Head Coach Dean Evason and Assistant Coach Bob Woods after Seven-Game Losing Streak
In a shocking move, the Minnesota Wild announced today that they have fired head coach Dean Evason and assistant coach Bob Woods following a seven-game losing streak. The team is currently in the midst of their worst losing streak since 2016 and the management felt that a change was necessary to turn things around.
To fill the vacant coaching position, the Wild have chosen John Hynes, former coach of the Nashville Predators and New Jersey Devils. Hynes brings a wealth of experience and is known for his strong leadership skills. The organization hopes that his presence will provide a fresh perspective and help the team break their losing streak.
The Wild’s poor performance this season has been a surprise to many. With a roster similar to last year’s team, which earned 103 points and battled for the top seed in their division, expectations were high. However, the team has struggled with poor starts, leaky defense, and underperforming offensive leaders.
Special teams have been a significant issue for the Wild, with their penalty kill ranking as the worst in the league and their power play struggling to find success. Goalies Filip Gustavsson and Marc-Andre Fleury have also struggled, with both having save percentages below .900.
Currently, the team finds itself at the bottom of the NHL standings, ranking 30th with a record of 5-10-4. However, despite their struggles, there is still potential for a turnaround. With the team sitting only seven points away from the playoff pace in the Western Conference, there is hope that a new coaching regime can spark a resurgence.
Upon his departure, Evason expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to work with the organization and thanked the fans for their support. President of Hockey Operations, Bill Guerin, and new coach John Hynes are set to address the media in the coming days, and Hynes will make his coaching debut in the next game against the St. Louis Blues.
As the Wild embark on this new chapter, fans eagerly await the team’s response. Will the coaching change be the turning point that sets them on the path to success? Only time will tell, but one thing is for certain – the Wild are determined to get back on track and make a push for the playoffs.
