​The post Yzerman Moves Upstairs: Red Wings Will Hire New Director of Hockey Operations appeared first on Detroit Hockey Now.USA TODAY Network via Reuters ConnectUSA TODAY Network via Reuters ConnectDetroit Red Wings legend Steve Yzerman is out as the team’s general manager.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementThe team issued a press release saying Yzerman will give up his role as GM and Executive Vice President and will become senior advisor to Governor and CEO, Chris Ilitch. The search for a new Director of Hockey of Operations has already started.According to the Red Wings, Ilitch will lead the search committee and both external and internal candidates will be considered. That would suggest that assistant general manager Kris Draper and Shawn Horcoff will be considered.Yzerman will stay in his current role while the search will be conducted. He will advise the search committee that will also include Ilitch Sports + Entertainment President & CEO, Ryan Gustafson, along with other leaders.The change comes after the Red Wings missed the playoffs for the 10th consecutive season and captain Dylan Larkin asked to be traded. It’s unknown whether the change in leadership will have any impact on Larkin’s decision.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementLarkin has a no-trade clause in a contract that has five years remaining ($8.7 million), and he has only consented to move to three or four season. Yzerman reportedly would only trade Larkin for players who can help the team now, and not for draft picks and prospects.“Steve’s lifetime of contributions to the Red Wings has meant more to this franchise than words can truly express, and I have the highest level of respect for his continued commitment to our organization,” said Ilitch. “We are thankful for Steve’s hard work and dedication as General Manager and are grateful knowing Steve will remain where he belongs – here with the Red Wings family.”Said Yzerman: “This organization has given me incredible opportunities, from my time as a player to the privilege of returning as General Manager. I’ve appreciated every experience throughout the years, and I’m extremely proud to remain part of this great franchise.”Yzerman will continue serving the organization as senior advisor to Governor and CEO, Chris IlitcThe post Yzerman Moves Upstairs: Red Wings Will Hire New Director of Hockey Operations appeared first on Detroit Hockey Now.