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Former Red Wings Russian five-star unexpectedly promoted as head coach in KHL
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A former Detroit Red Wings star was suddenly promoted as interim head coach of the Moscow Dynamo in the KHL.
The past few months in the life of the former Detroit Red Wings legend Vyacheslav Kozlov have been eventful, to say the least.
Back in June, the former Russian five-star was hired by Sochi HC as head coach but was let go before he could even work behind the bench in a regular-season game.
The general manager of the team, Igor Grigorenko, explained the decision in a press conference:
"We have made a balanced decision and we are heading into the new season with new tasks and ambitious goals. The priority of the club and the new head coach, whose name we will announce soon, is the development of hockey and the younger generation.
I am confident that with the support of numerous fans, we are able to return Sochi to the Gagarin Cup."
I am confident that with the support of numerous fans, we are able to return Sochi to the Gagarin Cup."
A few days later, Kozlov returned to Dynamo, where he had worked as assistant coach since 2021, only to get another promotion due to a new development in Moscow.
Kozlov Gets Promoted as Head Coach After Dynamo Parts Ways With Head Coach Alexei Kudashov
The Dynamo announced yesterday that they have parted ways with Alexei Kudashov after over four years behind the bench and named Kozlov as interim head coach of the team:
Kozlov's team is currently fifth in the West with a 16-10 record. He made his head coaching debut today in a game against Spartak HC.
Stay tuned for further updates on former Wings star Vyacheslav Kozlov and his KHL coaching journey.
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