Dallas Stars Fire Coach Pete DeBoer After Playoff Loss

The Dallas Stars have fired head coach Pete DeBoer after three seasons, following another Western Conference Finals exit. The decision was influenced by DeBoer's controversial benching of star goalie Jake Oettinger during a decisive Game 5 loss to the Edmonton Oilers, which reportedly caused friction within the locker room. General Manager Jim Nill stated that a new voice is needed to help the team reach its Stanley Cup ambitions. DeBoer leaves Dallas with a strong 149-68-29 regular-season record but failed to advance past the conference finals. His departure continues his pattern of short coaching stints despite previous playoff successes. The Stars are now searching for a new head coach as they aim for their first Stanley Cup since 1999.