Steve Yzerman Steps Down as Lightning General Manager

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September 12, 2018

Craig Hagerman, The Score

Steve Yzerman has stepped down as general manager of the Tampa Bay Lightning, the team announced Tuesday.

Yzerman, who discussed his decision with the players Tuesday, has one year remaining on his contract and will continue to serve as a senior advisor. Assistant GM Julien BriseBois will take over the top duties.

Yzerman told #TBLightning players he was heading back to Detroit but it was unclear if that meant to live (he has a family and home there) or to eventually work.

— Joe Smith (@JoeSmithTB) September 11, 2018

Yzerman had served as the Lightning's GM since 2010. He previously served as the vice president and alternate governor of the Detroit Red Wings.

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