Just two seasons ago, it appeared as though head coach Kevin Dineen had ushered in a new era of Florida Panthers hockey, as he led the team to its first ever Southeast Division title and its first playoff appearance in 12 years. Things have soured significantly since then, however, as Dineen was fired on Friday, according to the Panthers' official website.
In addition to Dineen, general manager Dale Tallon also fired assistants Gord Murphy and Craig Ramsay. Although permanent replacements haven't yet been named, George Richards of the Miami Herald is reporting that Peter Horachek, who coaches Florida's AHL affiliate in San Antonio, will fill in on an interim basis.
#FlaPanthers have fired Kevin Dineen and coaching staff...John Madden and Brian Skrudland will assist San Antonio coach Peter Horachek
— George Richards (@GeorgeRichards) November 8, 2013
Dineen's fall from grace was both swift and surprising as he seemed to be a perfect fit for the team when he was hired prior to the 2011-12 season. Tallon reshaped the roster significantly heading into that campaign, but Dineen was able to get the team to jell together successfully.< ...
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Florida Panthers Fire Head Coach Kevin Dineen
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