Zetterberg critiques Red Wings' handling of Yzerman's departure
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 5, 2026, 9:00 AM
Last updated Nov 5, 2026
Henrik Zetterberg expressed disappointment over the Detroit Red Wings' treatment of Steve Yzerman following Yzerman's ousting as general manager. Zetterberg, a longtime teammate and friend of Yzerman's, described the situation as 'brutal' and stated it was hard to watch Yzerman step down after seven seasons. He emphasized Yzerman's significance to the franchise and referred to the organization's actions as wrong. Zetterberg declined an offer to work with the Red Wings and is currently involved with his Swedish club, Timra.
- •Henrik Zetterberg criticized the Red Wings' handling of Steve Yzerman's dismissal.
- •Zetterberg called the situation 'brutal' and expressed sadness over Yzerman's departure.
- •Yzerman served as general manager for seven seasons before his ousting.
- •Zetterberg is currently working with Timra, a Swedish club.
- •He declined an offer from the Red Wings to join their organization.
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"Steve Yzerman was Henrik Zetterberg’s first captain when he joined the Detroit Red Wings in 2002. Yzerman was his teammate […]
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