A recent analysis from The Big Lead has identified three NHL teams that should consider firing their head coaches, according to writer Vin Santoro. The report, published on November 6, 2026, suggests that certain franchises may need to make leadership changes behind the bench to improve performance.
The original article did not specify which three teams were highlighted or provide detailed reasoning for each recommendation. Coaching changes in the NHL often occur when teams underperform relative to expectations, struggle with player development, or fail to implement effective systems.
NHL organizations typically evaluate coaching staff based on regular-season results, playoff performance, power-play and penalty-kill efficiency, and overall team trajectory. Mid-season coaching changes have become more common in recent years as teams seek immediate turnarounds.
