Like, come on guys. Just as the Mike Babcock and Columbus, just as he did, and the Bill Peters in Lethbridge of the CHL left the news cycle we now have a new one, courtesy of the just arrived in town: Wenatchee Wild!

The rumblings didn't last long, as the WHL announced hours later that Wenatchee head coach Kevin Constantine has been suspended.

https://chl.ca/whl/whl-announces-suspension-of-kevin-constantine/

Constantine was suspended on Sunday after the WHL’s independent reporting channel received a complaint regarding his conduct. Constantine is not permitted to have any contact with any member of the organization, including players, while the matter is being investigated.

So. Who's next?

And while we're on the subject of the CHL...

Update: The Canadian Hockey League said in May 2020 that it would pay $30M to settle three minimum-wage class action lawsuits.
The CHL and its three leagues - the OHL, QMJHL and WHL - had battled the lawsuits since 2014. Players suing the leagues argued teams are for-profit businesses and that players should enjoy protection under employment rights legislation.
A judge, however, froze settlement funds pending the outcome of other litigation involving the CHL.
In a court hearing in Quebec today, a lawyer for several former QMJHL players asked a judge to allow them to fire their previous lawyer.
The players' new lawyer tells me they want to rip up the settlement agreement so they can either negotiate a better deal or take their case to trial.

This has been a long time coming, but it's not over as the Q players want a better deal.

CHL settles minimum-wage lawsuits for $30 million - TSN.ca
The Canadian Hockey League has agreed to pay $30 million to settle three class-action lawsuits filed by current and former players for minimum wage, back pay, and overtime.
TSNRick Westhead

Last night the Leafs played the Ottawa Senators in their second preseason match, losing 4-3 in overtime.

Some players really stood out, such as Easton Cowen who had a huge game.

Easton Cowan shines in NHL preseason debut as Maple Leafs fall in OT to Senators
Easton Cowan stole the show in a 4-3 overtime loss to the Ottawa Senators in the second game of preseason. Game Summary The Maple Leafs found themselves in a 2-0 hole just as they did the day before in Ottawa. This time, the first blood was drawn just a few shifts into the game when […]
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Going back to coaches, the Blue Jackets have added Dr. Mark Recchi as an assistant coach.

Columbus Blue Jackets add Hall of Fame F Mark Recchi to coaching staff | TSN
The Columbus Blue Jackets announced Monday they have added Hall of Fame forward and former Pittsburgh Penguins, New Jersey Devils assistant Mark Recchi to head coach Pascal Vincent’s staff.
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Sarah Nurse is getting ready for a big fall.

Nurse on Road Hockey to Conquer Cancer, joining Toronto’s PWHL franchise and more
PWHL Toronto forward Sarah Nurse joins Game Play to discuss her upcoming participation at this year’s Road Hockey to Conquer Cancer event. Nurse shares her thoughts on getting the chance to serve as an inspiration to young female hockey players across North America and much more.
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The CRA is investigating the Greater Toronto Hockey League for corruption and I'm not surprised. Teams are "bought" and "sold" like it's a giant swap meet as rich parents buy their kids way into teams.

​Canada Revenue Agency reviewing allegation of corruption within GTHL | TSN
Former NHL player Akim Aliu filed complaint concerning the world’s largest minor hockey organization with the agency in June, Rick Westhead writes.
TSNRick Westhead

On that great note, have a good day!

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