NHL: David Quinn fired as coach by the San Jose Sharks; Ray Tufts is also out
San Jose Sharks head coach David Quinn coaches from the bench during their game against the Anaheim Ducks in the second period for their preseason game at the SAP Center in San Jose, Calif., on Tuesday, Sept 26, 2023. SAN JOSE — Following one of the worst seasons in franchise history, David Quinn on Wednesday was fired as coach of the San Jose Sharks.
“David is a good coach and an even better person. I would like to personally thank him for his hard work over these past two seasons. He and his staff did an admirable job under some difficult circumstances, and I sincerely appreciate how they handled the situation.” Quinn, who had one year left on his contract, posted a 41-98-25 record in two seasons. The Sharks’ 19-54-9 record this season was the worst in the NHL.
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