moustic Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 That's a long shot... But the "next one" better have some experience and know how to coach young player (and devasted veteran) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devs3cups Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 Bob Hartley? I mean why not? I prefer to have a experienced coach than a coach with no NHL experience (MacLean) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SS-SS Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 Would help to have a list of the upcoming free agent coaches and upcoming interesting free agent assistant-coaches. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caron14 Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 Bob Hartley is the best choice we can have.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jas0nMacIsaac Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 I want to see how the season plays out. See who wins the Calder cup, what assistants are available ect ect. Bob Hartley is the best choice we can have.. Says who? I'm pretty sure interviews will determine who is the best for the opening. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ghdi Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 Ken Hitchcock Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devilsfan118 Posted January 8, 2011 Share Posted January 8, 2011 I was hoping the capitals would fire Bruce Boudreau during their epic losing streak so we could swoop in and hire him...sadly, no such luck. Who was that ex-chicago coach that everyone was talking about over the summer? Havelid? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jas0nMacIsaac Posted January 8, 2011 Share Posted January 8, 2011 I was hoping the capitals would fire Bruce Boudreau during their epic losing streak so we could swoop in and hire him...sadly, no such luck. Who was that ex-chicago coach that everyone was talking about over the summer? Havelid? Why would you want Systemless Bruce running the devils? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devs4LIFE Posted January 8, 2011 Share Posted January 8, 2011 Hartley coached Kovalchuk for a couple of seasons so at least he has some much needed experience in that department. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iamtheprodigy Posted January 8, 2011 Share Posted January 8, 2011 I was hoping the capitals would fire Bruce Boudreau during their epic losing streak so we could swoop in and hire him...sadly, no such luck. Who was that ex-chicago coach that everyone was talking about over the summer? Havelid? Nope, that's the bum we traded Salmela for. You're thinking of Mike Haviland - http://blackhawks.nhl.com/club/page.htm?id=47144 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSC Posted January 8, 2011 Share Posted January 8, 2011 I was hoping the capitals would fire Bruce Boudreau during their epic losing streak so we could swoop in and hire him...sadly, no such luck. Who was that ex-chicago coach that everyone was talking about over the summer? Havelid? Bruce fvcking Boudreau is the last fvcking thing this fvcking team fvcking needs right fvcking now. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coldply123 Posted January 8, 2011 Share Posted January 8, 2011 My guess is Hartley. There's been some rumors that Hartley is in line but for a variety of reasons won't take over til after the season (probably because Vanderbeek refused to put another coach on the payroll for this year, but also probably to spare him from the mess). I personally like Haviland and think he deserves a shot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devilsfan118 Posted January 8, 2011 Share Posted January 8, 2011 Bruce fvcking Boudreau is the last fvcking thing this fvcking team fvcking needs right fvcking now. I dunno, I like the no bullsh!t attitude. I'm not a fan of these soft-spoken coaches we've had as of late. I guess I almost see him as an offensive-minded Pat Burns, forgive me if I have the completely wrong impression of the guy. I'm certainly no expert on the subject. Nope, that's the bum we traded Salmela for. You're thinking of Mike Haviland - http://blackhawks.nhl.com/club/page.htm?id=47144 Ah yeah that was him, thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ice dog Posted January 8, 2011 Share Posted January 8, 2011 at least it won't be a re-tread... would like to think havland, hartley are on the short list... do like boudreau if he ever became available... he is full of piss and vinegar, and i like that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SS-SS Posted January 8, 2011 Share Posted January 8, 2011 (edited) Bruce fvcking Boudreau is the last fvcking thing this fvcking team fvcking needs right fvcking now. Couldn't agree more. This guy was ridiculously out-coached last year in the playoff and it exposed him as one of the most over-rated coaches in this league. How can you keep on the same game plan when the other team is blocking 50% of you shots and the other 50% is coming from absolute dead spots. Edited January 8, 2011 by SS-SS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewarkDevil5 Posted January 8, 2011 Share Posted January 8, 2011 Couldn't agree more. This guy was ridiculously out-coached last year in the playoff and it exposed him as one of the most over-rated coaches in this league. How can you keep on the same game plan when the other team is blocking 50% of you shots and the other 50% is coming from absolute dead spots. That's what I wanted to ask John MacLean. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SatansDevils Posted January 8, 2011 Share Posted January 8, 2011 Ken Hitchcock or Bob Hartley. Both SCC proven coaches that teach discipline and defense. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rangers suck69 Posted January 8, 2011 Share Posted January 8, 2011 Bob Hartley would definitely be a good fit. Also hearing Ken Hitchcock as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SS-SS Posted January 8, 2011 Share Posted January 8, 2011 That's what I wanted to ask John MacLean. I wanted to ask him why was he starring at the score-board all the time instead of calling a timeout or breaking a couple of sticks and throwing a couple of jelly jars. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sundstrom Posted January 8, 2011 Share Posted January 8, 2011 haviland sounds like the next great coach (like TB's and CLB's this year) but i'm concerned you'd have another case of vets thinking they know more than the coach. although, hopefully the only vets left will be elias and white. hartley, although a retread, seems like the safest choice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueSkirt Posted January 8, 2011 Share Posted January 8, 2011 (edited) well, we know the coach will be experienced, no more fliers on an AHL-coach either Edited January 8, 2011 by BlueSkirt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devil Fan Posted January 8, 2011 Share Posted January 8, 2011 How about Darryl Sutter??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HellOnICE Posted January 8, 2011 Share Posted January 8, 2011 How's Bob Boughner lookin'? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iamtheprodigy Posted January 8, 2011 Share Posted January 8, 2011 Why is it that coaches with NHL experience are looked down upon as "retreads"? Not trying to make a case for anyone in particular but I don't see why experience should be treated like a bad thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Satans Hockey Posted January 8, 2011 Share Posted January 8, 2011 (edited) I still want Mike Haviland and not because he is a local guy but because the guy is a winner. As a head coach in the AHL and ECHL he never missed the playoffs in 7 consecutive years while coaching 4 different teams(AC, Trenton, Norfolk, Rockford). Also won 2 Kelly Cups, one with AC and one with Trenton. As an assistant with Chicago he also won the Stanley Cup. Winning seems to be a very consistent thing for him. Edited January 8, 2011 by Satans Hockey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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