History of Joel Quenneville in Timeline

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: 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.

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.

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.