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The San Jose Sharks have parted ways with head coach David Quinn after two difficult seasons. General manager Mike Grier cited the need for a ‘different voice’ to lead the team’s rebuilding efforts. Despite facing challenges, Grier praised Quinn’s efforts under ‘difficult circumstances.’ The Sharks have endured a dismal record of 41-98-25 under Quinn, including a league-worst 47 points this season. They finished last in the NHL and hold a 25.5% chance of securing the top draft pick. Grier emphasized that the team’s poor performance was not solely a factor in Quinn’s dismissal. He indicated that the search for a new coach is underway, with no specific timeline or preference for experience level.

The San Jose Sharks have relieved head coach David Quinn and head athletic trainer Ray Tufts of their duties. The team’s general manager, Mike Grier, announced the decision after an internal evaluation process. Quinn, 57, had a disappointing two seasons with the Sharks, compiling a 41-98-25 record. The team struggled defensively, allowing the third-most goals in the salary-cap era, despite solid goaltending from Mackenzie Blackwood and Kaapo Kahkonen.

The San Jose Sharks have fired head coach David Quinn after two seasons as part of a major rebuilding project. General manager Mike Grier announced the decision on Wednesday following a review of the team’s season. The Sharks had a disappointing season, finishing with the worst record in the NHL. Quinn’s two seasons were marked by lackluster play and several high-profile trades as the team looked to get younger and rebuild. The Sharks are now expected to focus on developing their young players and hope to return to contention in the future.

After two inconsistent seasons, the Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly expected to keep Darvin Ham as their head coach, despite calls for his dismissal. This decision is influenced by factors such as Ham’s playoff success last season, injuries that have impacted the team’s performance, and a reluctance to pay Ham a buyout. Lakers owner Jeanie Buss is also skeptical about paying Ham not to coach.

Fabio Cannavaro, captain of Italy’s 2006 World Cup-winning team, has been appointed as the new coach of relegation-threatened Udinese in Serie A. Cannavaro replaces Gabriele Cioffi, who was fired after a disappointing run of results. Cannavaro’s appointment marks his return to coaching in Italy after a stint with Benevento in Serie B last season. He will be tasked with guiding Udinese to safety in the remaining six matches of the campaign.