Neil Graham, Alain Nasreddine and Misha Donskov are among the internal candidates to replace Pete DeBoer and become the next head coach of the Dallas Stars.

Dallas Stars general manager Jim Nill is addressing reporters after the team announced the firing of head coach Pete DeBoer Friday morning. In a statement, Nill said "After careful consideration, we believe that a new voice is needed in our locker room to push us closer to our goal of winning the Stanley Cup.

FRISCO, Texas -- Pete DeBoer was fired as coach of the Dallas Stars on Friday. “Today was a tough day," Stars general manager Jim Nill said. "I spoke with Pete this morning at 9 o’clock. Great conversation, he was very professional and he understands. We have a good relationship and that’s probably what makes this the hardest.