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Mitch Love Fired After Domestic Abuse Suspension; Denies Allegations

10/28/2025

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Mitch Love was fired as an assistant coach for the Washington Capitals after an NHL season-long domestic abuse suspension, with Love expressing disappointment in the NHL's decision following an investigation prompted by an alleged-victim report.
Love denies the allegations.
He respects the process and hopes to return to hockey soon.
Joel Quenneville has returned to coaching with the Anaheim Ducks after a suspension.

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Mitch Love was fired as an assistant coach for the Washington Capitals after an NHL season-long domestic abuse suspension, with Love expressing disappointment in the NHL's decision following an investigation prompted by an alleged-victim report.
Love denies the allegations.
He respects the process and hopes to return to hockey soon.
Joel Quenneville has returned to coaching with the Anaheim Ducks after a suspension.