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Joel Quenneville has been out of the NHL for several years now. The man who led the Blackhawks in the early 2010s left his position at the helm of the Panthers in 2021 in the wake of the Kyle Beach scandal.
He was head coach of the Blackhawks when all this happened.
That said, his name has been circulating for a return for some time now… and according to Jimmy Murphy (RG Media) , the Anaheim Ducks have offered Quenneville their vacant head coaching position.
If Joel Quenneville wants back in, the Ducks’ head coaching job is waiting. Anaheim has made its move. Quenneville’s NHL comeback appears imminent.
Read more:
via @MurphysLaw74 https://t.co/EkehnaXe9E
– RG (@TheRGMedia) April 26, 2025
More details to come…
Breaking news
– If Brandon Hagel was suspended for a (very) similar gesture in the previous game…
Tkachuk gets a 5-minute major for this hit on Jake Guentzel.
(via @BR_OpenIce)pic.twitter.com/tqD1g0pQHz
– BarDown (@BarDown) April 26, 2025
– Alexander Nikishin signs his entry-level contract. It’s safe to assume that his agent’s comments yesterday sped up the process.
The #Canes have officially registered an NHL contract for defenseman Alexander Nikishin, making him eligible to play in the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
Eric Tulsky: “We had agreed with his agents to keep the options open for Alex to potentially play a game in Chicago at some point…. pic.twitter.com/m8Krs2t9Zw
– Walt Ruff (@WaltRuff) April 26, 2025
– Wow!
Heard a funny story last night about Lane Hutson. Apparently #Habs had a St. Patrick’s Day party at Hurley’s Pub. There was a lineup outside and doorman told Hutson he had to wait in line. His girlfriend politely said: “He plays for Habs.” The doorman then recognized who it was.
– Stu Cowan (@StuCowan1) April 26, 2025
– Nice read.
Suddenly, the Capitals have their hands full
Martin Leclerc’s column(@MLeclerc_Hockey)https://t.co/pBMMFsFbC8– Radio-Canada Sports (@RC_Sports) April 26, 2025
– Impressive.
Lane Hutson is now tied with Chris Chelios (1984-1985) for the most assists in a season by a rookie defenseman.
In the entire history of the NHL.
He has 63 assists in the regular season + playoffs. pic.twitter.com/u9wbXvXVHk
– /r/Habs (@HabsOnReddit) April 26, 2025
– Shedeur Sanders’ downward spiral in the draft comes to an end.
With the No. 144 overall pick in the 2025 @NFLDraft, the @Browns select Shedeur Sanders.
: #NFLDraft on NFLN/ESPN/ABC
: Stream on @NFLPlus pic.twitter.com/59k0n94PXm
– NFL (@NFL) April 26, 2025
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4 Maple Leafs Wild Card Players Heading Into 2025-26
Assuming they don’t fall off the rails, the Toronto Maple Leafs will be a strong team again in 2025-26. This is nothing new, as they’ve been one of the best teams in the NHL for several seasons and should be for years to come. While the Maple Leafs will continue to be competitive thanks to players like Auston Matthews, William Nylander, and even John Tavares, that doesn’t mean there aren’t any questions about the lineup. It’s uncertain what we can expect from several players on the roster, in terms of production and effectiveness, but especially these four Maple Leafs. Max Domi Max Domi’s tenure with the team has been up and down. He had a relatively productive 2023-24 season with 47 points, but only nine were goals. This past season, his production dipped to eight goals and 33 points, which is underwhelming for a player who has proven in the past that he can provide more offence. What makes Domi so important this season is that the Maple Leafs will need others to step up now that Mitch Marner is with the Vegas Golden Knights. It has also created new and better opportunities for players like Domi, who could be in for a big season if he is given more responsibility. Matias Maccelli Perhaps the most exciting Maple Leaf heading into the season is Matias Maccelli. The 24-year-old could be one of the best pickups of the offseason, after he was he was acquired from the Utah Mammoth in June for a draft pick and has a ton of offensive upside. The Finnish winger is just one season removed from a career-high 57 points (scored with the Arizona Coyotes). The Maple Leafs acquired Maccelli just days before moving on from Marner, a sign that he was added to help make up for the lost offence. Assuming he gets a legitimate top-six role and time on the power play, he could be better than expected this season. Dakota Joshua There aren’t many players with more to prove than Dakota Joshua. The 29-year-old fell out of favour with the Vancouver Canucks after signing a four-year extension months before the 2024-25 campaign began. He was limited to just 57 games last season, with a disappointing seven goals and 14 points. Joshua is capable of better numbers, as indicated by his 18-goal, 32-point campaign through 63 games in 2023-24. More importantly, however, is the physical edge and intimidating presence he adds to the Maple Leafs’ lineup. That said, Toronto will need him to rediscover his form to be effective this season. Easton Cowan Easton Cowan has a great shot at cracking the Maple Leafs’ lineup this season. The 2023 first-round pick is preparing to make the jump to the professional ranks after dominating in the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) with the London Knights for the last three seasons. Assuming Cowan does crack the roster, he will likely be used in a top-six role given his offensive upside. His numbers in junior rankings prove his talent, and he could be a difference-maker as soon as this season. That said, his small stature could result in a bit of a learning curve for the 20-year-old winger. Exciting Times Ahead for the Maple Leafs Despite all the recent frustration, it’s easy to be excited for the Maple Leafs’ future. They have finally made some big and necessary changes after years of failure, and were able to bring in several pieces that could prove to be the solution. At the very least, they will be an exciting team to watch in 2025-26.
Jets QB Justin Fields had 'alarming' practice against Giants
New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields found out he has a long way to go following his performance at Tuesday's joint practice with the New York Giants. Per Connor Hughes of SNY TV, Fields started hot at the practice before struggling during the move-the-ball period. "Very interesting practice for #Jets QB Justin Fields," Hughes posted on X. "He finished 7 of 12 with a TD. 5 of 5 to start practice. Then 0 for 4. Finished 2 of 3 with the really impressive TD to Jeremy Ruckert in red zone (starter 18 yard line). "The offensive performance was a bit alarming in move-the-ball period of practice. Fields Co. had three attempts to get down field. They didn’t gain a first down. Only gained yards twice (two short Breece Hall runs). Three sacks. That needs to be fixed. #Giants defense toyed with NYJ during that period." Some Jets fans online thought Hughes was using hyperbole to characterize the practice, but he doubled down on his judgment of the offense. Fields looked strong on his first and only drive in the Jets' 30-10 win over the Green Bay Packers on Saturday night. He went 3-of-4 passing for 42 yards and rushed two times for 14 yards and a touchdown. However, the Giants defense at the joint practice is a much better unit than the short-handed one the Packers trotted out for the first preseason game. Fields' issues seen with the Chicago Bears and Pittsburgh Steelers, with holding the ball too long and not being able to pass consistently downfield, were a factor against the Giants. Following Saturday's game, Jets head coach Aaron Glenn said Fields was getting better but had a lot to improve on. Tuesday's practice was a humbling reminder that Fields needs to become a consistent passer if the Jets are going to move the ball on good defenses in the regular season.
Jaydon Blue injury update is bad news for Cowboys, preseason debut
The Dallas Cowboys are finishing up their business trip to Oxnard, California, with their final practice on Wednesday. On Thursday, the team will travel back to Dallas in preparation for meeting the Baltimore Ravens this Saturday in their second preseason game. The team was desperate to find some help in the backfield in their first preseason game with the Los Angeles Rams. The unit has been ravaged by injury. It looks like that could be the same issue for Saturday's game, too. Rookie running back Jaydon Blue missed practice again on Wednesday. Earlier in camp, Blue suffered a bruised ankle, which has the coaching staff being extra cautious for the rookie. Blue, along with Miles Sanders, both missed the team's first preseason game, so the franchise brought in Malik Davis, who had quite an impressive preseason debut against the Rams. The Cowboys are handling Blue's health correctly, but it is unfortunate the rookie has yet to make his debut on the field. In last week's game against the Rams, it was Davis and Phil Mafah who carried most of the load in the backfield. Although the team did not have a running play for the entirety of the first quarter. Getting healthy for September is far more important than pushing the limits for August. —
Steelers' Mike Tomlin Seems To Give A Warning To His Coaching Staff Heading Into 2025 Regular Season
Bears make big preseason decision amid reports of Caleb Williams' training-camp struggles
Second-year Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams and other starters were spectators for Chicago's preseason opener versus the Miami Dolphins on Sunday. While speaking with reporters on Wednesday, first-year Bears head coach Ben Johnson confirmed things will be different when his club hosts the Buffalo Bills for an exhibition matchup this coming Sunday evening. "Everyone's going to play," Johnson said, as shared by Courtney Cronin of ESPN. Johnson added that how many snaps Williams will take versus the Bills is "to be determined." The Bears will first host the Bills for a joint practice on Friday. Johnson came to this decision following multiple reports detailing the supposed struggles that Williams has endured throughout training camp. Most recently, Monday’s practice was allegedly "a low point for" Chicago's first-team offense and featured "Williams and receiver Rome Odunze both looking frustrated" after some failed connections. "I've been pretty consistent with the thought of reps, reps, reps are the most important thing to get [Williams] up to speed," Johnson explained. "And by the plan that we had a week ago, we were able to get him probably somewhere between 80 and 100 more reps than we would've been able to do had he played in the game. This week, it's a different schedule. Different length of time in terms of in between games and all that. And so, our plan right now is the guys that sat out last week, they will be playing this week." Those running the Bears hope that the hiring of Johnson, an advertised offensive guru, will help Williams become a top-tier quarterback after the 23-year-old won only five of 17 starts during his rookie season. However, Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic is among those who have mentioned that Williams has been responsible for a noteworthy number of inaccurate passes this summer. "I think the trust that we've been talking about from the get-go, that's really where that comes into play," Johnson added about risking the health of his starters by playing them against Buffalo. "We haven't been here with this group as a coaching staff. That trust has been earning, and we've been developing that amongst each other. It's not a one-way street. It goes both ways. And so I think that's just another step in the progression, you know?" The Bears will wrap up the preseason with a game at the Kansas City Chiefs on Aug. 22. It's unclear if Williams or other Chicago starters will see any action that Friday night.
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