Joel Quenneville, nicknamed "Coach Q", is a former NHL coach and player known for his successful tenure with the Chicago Blackhawks. Holding the second-highest win count in NHL coaching history, Quenneville led the Blackhawks to three Stanley Cup victories (2010, 2013, 2015). His leadership was instrumental in ending the team's 49-year championship drought in 2010.
1938: Blackhawks' Last Home-Ice Championship
Before their 2015 victory, the Chicago Blackhawks last won the Stanley Cup on home ice in 1938, highlighting the significance of their achievement under Joel Quenneville's leadership.
September 15, 1958: Birth of Joel Quenneville
Joel Norman Quenneville was born on September 15, 1958.
1961: Blackhawks' Previous Stanley Cup Victory
The Chicago Blackhawks last won the Stanley Cup in 1961, marking a significant period before Joel Quenneville's coaching tenure.
1978: Quenneville Drafted by the Toronto Maple Leafs
Joel Quenneville was drafted by the Toronto Maple Leafs in the 1978 NHL Entry Draft.
1996: Stanley Cup Victory as Assistant Coach
Joel Quenneville achieved a Stanley Cup victory in 1996 while serving as an assistant coach for the Avalanche.
1996: Start of Quenneville's Coaching Stint with the St. Louis Blues
Joel Quenneville became the head coach for the St. Louis Blues in 1996.
1999: Start of the Blues' Record-Breaking Season
The St. Louis Blues, under the coaching of Joel Quenneville, embarked on a season in 1999 that would see them achieve a franchise record for wins.
2000: Blues Achieve Franchise Record and Presidents' Trophy
The St. Louis Blues, led by coach Joel Quenneville, set a new franchise record with 51 wins in the 1999-2000 season, earning them the Presidents' Trophy.
June 2004: Quenneville Hired as Avalanche Head Coach
In June 2004, Joel Quenneville was hired as the head coach for the Avalanche.
2004: Quenneville's Dismissal from the Blues
Due to the St. Louis Blues' disappointing performance in the 2004 season, Joel Quenneville was let go from his coaching position.
2004: Conclusion of Quenneville's Time with the Blues
Joel Quenneville's time as head coach for the St. Louis Blues came to an end in 2004.
2005: Quenneville Takes Helm of the Colorado Avalanche
Joel Quenneville was hired as the head coach of the Colorado Avalanche in 2005.
2006: Quenneville Among Elite Coaches
As of the 2006-2007 season, Joel Quenneville was one of only seven active coaches to have coached 750 games.
March 25, 2007: Quenneville Coaches 750th Career Game
On March 25, 2007, Joel Quenneville reached a significant coaching milestone by coaching his 750th career game.
October 26, 2007: Quenneville Achieves 400th Coaching Win
Joel Quenneville marked his 400th win as a coach on October 26, 2007, in a game against the Calgary Flames.
May 9, 2008: Quenneville's Departure from the Avalanche
Joel Quenneville's time with the Avalanche ended on May 9, 2008, when the organization announced his departure.
September 2008: Quenneville Joins Blackhawks as Pro Scout
Joel Quenneville was hired by the Chicago Blackhawks as a pro scout in September 2008.
October 16, 2008: Quenneville Becomes Blackhawks Head Coach
On October 16, 2008, Joel Quenneville was promoted to the position of head coach for the Chicago Blackhawks, succeeding Denis Savard.
2008: Quenneville's Coaching Tenure with the Chicago Blackhawks Begins
In 2008, Joel Quenneville began his time as head coach for the Chicago Blackhawks.
2008: Departure from the Colorado Avalanche
Joel Quenneville left his coaching position with the Colorado Avalanche in 2008.
December 1, 2009: Quenneville Achieves 500th Coaching Victory
Joel Quenneville secured his 500th win as a coach on December 1, 2009, after an intense shootout against the Columbus Blue Jackets.
2010: Blackhawks End Stanley Cup Drought with Quenneville
The Chicago Blackhawks, under the leadership of head coach Joel Quenneville, triumphed in the 2010 Stanley Cup Final against the Philadelphia Flyers, ending a long championship drought for the team and securing Quenneville's first Stanley Cup victory as a head coach.
2010: Blackhawks' Handling of Sexual Assault Allegations Scrutinized
The investigation revealed that in 2010, the Chicago Blackhawks, including coach Joel Quenneville, prioritized the Stanley Cup Finals over addressing sexual assault allegations made against former video coach Brad Aldrich, opting to defer action until after the playoffs.
2010: Meeting Held to Discuss Aldrich Situation
According to the investigation, a meeting was convened in 2010 to discuss allegations against Brad Aldrich. Although Joel Quenneville's initial claims suggested a lack of knowledge about the specifics of the allegations, multiple attendees confirmed that the matter was brought to his attention during this meeting, contradicting his previous statements.
2010: Chicago Blackhawks' Historic Stanley Cup Victory
The Chicago Blackhawks, coached by Joel Quenneville, ended their long Stanley Cup drought with a win in 2010, their first championship since 1961.
February 16, 2011: Hospitalization and Recovery
Joel Quenneville experienced a health scare on February 16, 2011, when he was hospitalized due to "severe discomfort." Though initially undisclosed, the cause was later revealed to be internal bleeding stemming from an aspirin-induced ulcer. Despite the health setback, Quenneville maintained a positive outlook and resumed his coaching duties after a brief period of recovery.
May 24, 2011: Dual Citizenship Granted
On May 24, 2011, after residing and working in the United States for over three decades, Joel Quenneville attained dual citizenship. He successfully passed the USCIS naturalization test, solidifying his ties to both the United States and his native Canada.
December 18, 2011: Quenneville's 600th Coaching Win
Joel Quenneville reached his 600th career win as a coach on December 18, 2011, following a victory against the Calgary Flames.
2013: Peter Quenneville Drafted to the NHL
In 2013, Peter Quenneville, a relative of Joel Quenneville, was drafted into the NHL, marking a significant moment for the family's hockey legacy.
2013: Quenneville Leads Blackhawks to Second Stanley Cup
Joel Quenneville cemented his legacy as a top coach by guiding the Chicago Blackhawks to their second Stanley Cup championship in 2013, defeating the Boston Bruins in the final.
March 19, 2014: Quenneville Joins Elite Coaching Trio with 700 Wins
On March 19, 2014, Joel Quenneville etched his name in NHL history by becoming only the third coach to achieve 700 wins.
2014: John Quenneville's NHL Entry Draft
John Quenneville, another relative of Joel Quenneville, was selected in the first round of the 2014 NHL Entry Draft, showcasing the family's strong connection to professional hockey.
March 23, 2015: Quenneville Reaches 750 Coaching Victories
Joel Quenneville reached the 750-win mark as a coach on March 23, 2015, solidifying his place among the league's coaching greats.
June 15, 2015: Blackhawks Clinch Third Stanley Cup under Quenneville
The Chicago Blackhawks, led by coach Joel Quenneville, secured their third Stanley Cup victory on June 15, 2015, defeating the Tampa Bay Lightning. This win marked the first time the Blackhawks won the championship on home ice since 1938.
2015: Blackhawks Secure Another Stanley Cup Title
The Chicago Blackhawks, under the leadership of coach Joel Quenneville, achieved another Stanley Cup victory in 2015.
January 14, 2016: Quenneville Surpasses Arbour for Second in All-Time Wins
Joel Quenneville achieved a significant milestone on January 14, 2016, when he surpassed Al Arbour to become the coach with the second-most wins in NHL history.
April 3, 2016: Quenneville Joins Bowman in the 800-Win Club
On April 3, 2016, Joel Quenneville joined Scotty Bowman as the only coaches in NHL history with at least 800 wins after securing a victory against the Boston Bruins.
2016: David Quenneville Joins the NHL
David Quenneville extended the family's presence in the NHL when he was drafted in 2016, further cementing their ties to the sport.
February 21, 2017: Quenneville Reaches 400 Wins with Blackhawks
Joel Quenneville reached a coaching milestone on February 21, 2017, becoming the second coach in Blackhawks history to achieve 400 wins.
February 21, 2018: Quenneville Coaches 1,600th NHL Game
Joel Quenneville became the third coach in NHL history to coach 1,600 games on February 21, 2018, further solidifying his place in league history.
November 6, 2018: Blackhawks Part Ways with Quenneville
Following a challenging start to the 2018-19 season, the Chicago Blackhawks made the decision to fire Joel Quenneville from his position as head coach on November 6, 2018.
2018: End of Quenneville's Era with the Blackhawks
Joel Quenneville's time as head coach for the Chicago Blackhawks ended in 2018.
April 8, 2019: Quenneville Takes Charge as Panthers Head Coach
The Florida Panthers appointed Joel Quenneville as their head coach on April 8, 2019.
2019: Quenneville Joins the Florida Panthers
Joel Quenneville was appointed as the head coach for the Florida Panthers in 2019.
October 26, 2021: Investigation Reveals Quenneville's Involvement in Blackhawks Scandal
An independent investigation, concluding on October 26, 2021, unveiled that Joel Quenneville, along with senior management of the Chicago Blackhawks, chose to delay action regarding allegations of sexual assault against former video coach Brad Aldrich during the 2010 Stanley Cup playoffs.
October 27, 2021: Resignation Amidst Controversy
On October 27, 2021, Joel Quenneville resigned as the coach of the Florida Panthers following a meeting with NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman. This decision came after allegations surfaced regarding Quenneville's handling of sexual assault allegations during his time with the Chicago Blackhawks. Quenneville expressed remorse for the pain suffered by Kyle Beach, the victim in the Blackhawks case, and acknowledged the team's failure to protect him.
October 28, 2021: Quenneville Resigns from Panthers Amid Controversy
Joel Quenneville's tenure with the Florida Panthers ended abruptly on October 28, 2021, when he resigned following a strong start to the season due to his involvement in the Chicago Blackhawks sexual assault scandal.
2021: Resignation from the Florida Panthers
Joel Quenneville resigned from his position as the head coach of the Florida Panthers in 2021.