Speed Up The Rebuild

from Bob Wojnowski of the Detroit News,

By the end, Jeff Blashill had no chance. And Steve Yzerman had no choice.

Not much more analysis required, frankly. The Red Wings regressed in too many areas, and Blashill had been here too long to think anything would change. So Yzerman made the obvious move Saturday, dismissing Blashill after seven seasons as coach, and it should signal a new mood.

It’s time for Yzerman to show a little impatience in this rebuild.

The focus shifts to the GM, who still must dramatically upgrade the roster, and now will hire his first coach in his third season here. Islanders assistant Lane Lambert, who has longtime ties to Yzerman, will be considered a top candidate. He…