FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 1st, 2005
The Chicago Blackhawks head coach Brian Sutter has steped down from his position as the teams head coach. Mr Sutter will be replaced by Ted Nolan, who was released from his position as the head coach of the Dallas Stars earlier this season. Mr Nolan will take over the head coach position with immediate effect.
"We are very happy to welcome Mr Nolan to our team, he is a coach that can elevate this team and help the young players develope. We are greatful to what Brian Sutter did for this team, but we feelt it was time for a new voice to take over and spark the team." - GM Mathias Vaigur said.
"I am eager to take over the Chicago Blackhawks, and mold this team into a winning machine. I like the players that are on this team, and we have some interesting young players coming up. So its going to be an interesting experience." - Ted Nolan said.
Ted Nolan was behind the bench when the Hawks lost 4-0 to the Columbus Blue Jackets.