Ducks Hire Joel Quenneville Amid Ongoing Controversy

The Anaheim Ducks have hired Joel Quenneville as their new head coach, marking his return to the NHL after nearly four years following his resignation and suspension for mishandling the Chicago Blackhawks' 2010 sexual assault scandal involving Kyle Beach. Quenneville and other former Blackhawks executives were suspended for inadequately addressing Beach's allegations against a video coach and were reinstated by the NHL in July 2024. Ducks GM Pat Verbeek stated the organization conducted a thorough review and is confident Quenneville has shown genuine remorse and growth. Despite Quenneville's three Stanley Cups and ranking second in NHL coaching wins, concerns remain about the message his hiring sends. Quenneville has expressed gratitude for a second chance and pledged to be a better leader. The decision highlights ongoing debates about redemption, responsibility, and accountability in professional sports.