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sports.yahoo.com - 4/13/2009

Lemaire bids adieu to Wild, as franchise reaches crossroads

— sports.yahoo.com — Jacques Lemaire, who stepped down last night as the only bench boss the Minnesota Wild have ever... known, is a brilliant coach. To that point, there can be no debate. He's one of the smartest hockey men alive; he demands excellence; and with the right ... (more) Lemaire bids adieu to Wild, as franchise reaches crossroads

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blogs2.startribune.com - 4/12/2009

Lemaire coaches final game; Wild 6, Blue Jackets 3

— blogs2.startribune.com — Jacques Lemaire, the only coach the Wild’s ever known, has coached his final game with the Wild.... With clear signs before the game that Lemaire was indeed done, Lemaire finally confirmed it after the Wild’s 6-3 win. “I think it’s time for ... (more) Lemaire coaches final game; Wild 6, Blue Jackets 3

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Jacques Lemaire

Columbus Blue Jackets

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sports.yahoo.com - 4/13/2009

How the NHL's points format screwed Florida, Minnesota

— sports.yahoo.com — Before we all skip with euphoric glee to the start of the Stanley Cup playoffs , it's... important to remember those who aren't here to experience them: the regular-season losers. Especially when, depending on how you feel the NHL should calculate its ... (more) How the NHL's points format screwed Florida, Minnesota

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Florida Panthers

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Lemaire Quits as Minnesota Wild Coach
Hockey Beat — ... “I think it’s time for the organization to get a new coach, get a new voice, try to bring this club to another level,” said Lemaire. “When I first started, I always said there will be a time when I’ll have to go. I saw that time, and it’s now… First of all, I never thought I would stay this long.  I was pleased and impressed with the fans and the people living in Minnesota. I have to say the same thing for my wife. It’s a place that she loved. She was calling Minnesota her home. It was great. It’s sad to leave, but we have to do ...

Predators news, April 13 2009
On the Forecheck — ... Minnesota coach Jacques Lemaire has decided to leave the Wild. He's the only coach that franchise has ever known, and it will be interesting to see the direction they take this summer. Not only do they have to replace the bench boss, but franchise winger Marian Gaborik is likely leaving as a free agent. ...