In a major NHL front office move, Mathieu Darche has fired head coach Patrick Roy and hired Pete DeBoer as his replacement, according to Elliotte Friedman. The coaching change comes as a significant shift for the organization under Darche's leadership.
Patrick Roy is out despite having two years remaining on his current contract. Mathieu Darche has moved quickly to secure Pete DeBoer to lead the bench, effectively ending Roy's tenure prematurely. DeBoer brings extensive veteran experience to the role as the team looks to move in a new direction.
Further details regarding the contract terms for Pete DeBoer or the status of the assistant coaching staff have not been released at this time. This move represents a massive shakeup for the franchise as they prepare for their next phase under new leadership.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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