Jeff Blashill's tenure as coach of the Detroit Red Wings is headed for a seventh season.
In a much anticipated — and, frankly, expected — announcement Tuesday afternoon, the organization tweeted that "executive vice president and general manager Steve Yzerman today announced that Jeff Blashill has agreed to a contract extension to remain head coach."
Blashill has coached the Wings to a 172-221-62 record over six seasons.
"I’ve been a Red Wing for a long time now," Blashill said after Saturday's season finale. "I’ve enjoyed every second I’ve been a part of this organization."
Blashill, 47, has been in organization for a decade.