Detroit Red Wings consider internal candidates for general manager opening

The Detroit Red Wings continue the search for a permanent general manager ahead of training camp, which opens September 17. Shawn Horcoff is currently managing day-to-day operations on an interim basis but lacks the authority to make trades. The organization is vetting candidates to replace Steve Yzerman, who stepped down on July 15 after seven seasons. While an outside firm is assisting with the search, Nicklas Lidstrom, Shawn Horcoff, and Kris Draper are among the internal staff receiving consideration for the position. These candidates are already integrated into the team infrastructure, providing potential alternatives to external applicants as the front office aims to resolve the vacancy.

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