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Detroit Red Wings name Shawn Horcoff interim general manager
The Detroit Red Wings have appointed Shawn Horcoff as interim general manager as the team prepares to open training camp. Horcoff, who has served as assistant general manager since 2022, will oversee hockey operations, roster decisions, and personnel while the organization continues its search for a permanent replacement.
Former general manager Steve Yzerman has transitioned into a role as senior advisor to the Governor and CEO, Chris Ilitch. The leadership change comes amid significant roster uncertainty. Dylan Larkin, who was recently stripped of his captaincy and has reportedly requested a trade, is expected to attend training camp but is currently sidelined with an upper-body injury sustained during off-ice activity.
Horcoff remains a candidate for the permanent position. The organization is also managing immediate contract matters, including ongoing discussions with defenseman Simon Edvinsson. Former Red Wings player Darren McCarty has expressed skepticism regarding the prolonged search process and the decision to appoint an internal interim leader.
Entities
Chris Ilitch · Chris Illitch · Detroit Red Wings · Dylan Larkin · Grand Rapids Griffins · Shawn Horcoff · Steve Yzerman
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- [● 2 SOURCES] Horcoff will continue as general manager of the Grand Rapids Griffins and remains a candidate for the permanent Red Wings GM position. detroithockey.net · heavy.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Steve Yzerman is transitioning to the role of Senior Advisor to the Governor and CEO. heavy.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Shawn Horcoff has been named the interim general manager of the Detroit Red Wings. detroithockey.net · heavy.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Red Wings Governor and CEO Chris Illitch has given Horcoff the authority to make decisions for the organization. heavy.com