DETROIT, MICH -- It was announced today that Jeff Blashill would be the first American-born Red Wings coach. The press conference was held at 11AM this morning, and while most of you were at work, we have the video for you. Courtesy of the Red Wings Youtube channel, you can watch it here:
Jeff Blashill is the 27th coach in Red Wings history, following the recent departure of Mike Babcock who left for the Toronto Maple Leafs. He spent three years with the Red Wings AHL affiliate Grand Rapids Griffins bolstering a record of 134-71-23.