Red Wings coach Lalonde knows winning will take time
DETROIT -- Derek Lalonde held up a jersey after the Detroit Red Wings introduced him as their new coach Friday. Standing to his left with a big smile was general manager Steve Yzerman, and the connection was obvious. Yzerman worked with Lalonde for only a season, so he didn't hire him because of their relationship. Under Jeff Blashill last season, the Red Wings were 25th offensively ( goals per game) and 31st defensively ( goals against per game). In that way, the Red Wings now want to emulate the Lightning, and it doesn't matter if their roster isn't ready yet....
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