The NHL coaching carousel is in full swing as the playoffs progress, with several teams looking for new leadership. Notably, Mike Sullivan has parted ways with the Pittsburgh Penguins, while Rick Tocchet has also exited the Vancouver Canucks. Speculation is rife around potential candidates, with David Carle and Joel Quenneville emerging as frontrunners for the Anaheim Ducks' vacant position. Carle, currently under contract with the University of Denver, has withdrawn from consideration for the Blackhawks job but remains a strong fit for the young Ducks roster, which includes promising talents like Trevor Zegras and Mason McTavish.

Quenneville, on the other hand, might not resonate well with the current players, especially after their experience under the previous coach, Greg Cronin. The Ducks are looking to build upon a recent improvement in performance, and many believe a younger coach like Carle would be better suited for their developmental phase. The team's general manager, Pat Verbeek, has expressed confidence in the Ducks becoming a competitive squad in the coming seasons, indicating they are ready to take the next step.