Wild Fires Risebrough? (Unconfirmed)

Unconfirmed reports out of Minnesota that GM Doug Risebrough has been fired by team owner Craig Leipold.

This, just days after Jacques Lemaire stepped down as head coach.

More as this develops.

Here’s the memo from the team:

Minnesota Wild Owner, Craig Leipold, announced today that the organization will not renew the contract of President and General Manager, Doug Risebrough, beyond the 2008-2009 season.

“The entire Minnesota Wild organization is forever indebted to Doug for his substantial efforts in establishing this franchise’s solid foundation and winning tradition,” said Leipold. “The positive impact of Doug’s service will be felt for many years to come. We wish Doug the very best.”

The search for a new General Manager will begin immediately. The first order of business for the incoming General Manager will be to select the Team’s next Head Coach.

Until a replacement is found, Assistant General Manager Tom Lynn, will be acting-General Manager.

Posted by Nick in New York on Apr 16 2009. Filed under Minnesota Wild. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0. Both comments and pings are currently closed.