Willing to hear the man out before jumping into hysterics.
Let's hear what the plan is before assuming all 1st/2nd round picks are out the window.
The situational differences between the Pens of 2014-2020 and the Canucks of today are vastly different.
I can't imagine he takes the same approach to team building...for better or worse. - Whiskey-Tango
Exactly. All these presumptions & old JB moves some fans are prone to doing.
It sucks that we are in a place of a fresh start, and those are the two options even on the table. - Codes1087
Seems to be working out so far with an experienced old school Coach that has been around the league. Not sure what you expect, but I'll take a guy that's been around the block a few times and has 3 cup rings, over all else. Especially if the plan is to have him teach the next generation within the organization.
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Dec 9 @ 6:04 PM ET
Seems to be working out so far with an experienced old school Coach that has been around the league. Not sure what you expect, but I'll take a guy that's been around the block a few times and has 3 cup rings, over all else. Especially if the plan is to have him teach the next generation within the organization. - Load Management
Agree. At least Rutherford will know how to handle ownership and will not be a puppet. Plus, the guy is a real character much like Brian Burke was. From a perspective of pure entertainment, I’m looking forward to it.
Seems to be working out so far with an experienced old school Coach that has been around the league. Not sure what you expect, but I'll take a guy that's been around the block a few times and has 3 cup rings, over all else. Especially if the plan is to have him teach the next generation within the organization. - Load Management
I think some of the younger generation might be a bit upset that the team is going old school management and coaching.
They just tried a new age coach, it didn't work so well.
I think some of the younger generation might be a bit upset that the team is going old school management and coaching.
They just tried a new age coach, it didn't work so well. - Reubenkincade
Seems to be working out so far with an experienced old school Coach that has been around the league. Not sure what you expect, but I'll take a guy that's been around the block a few times and has 3 cup rings, over all else. Especially if the plan is to have him teach the next generation within the organization. - Load Management
I'll take accomplished over newbie. Going with guys who've never done it before was a waste of 7 + years. I'm curious to see who they interview for GM.
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Dec 9 @ 6:29 PM ET
Woo was healthy scratched in Abby last weekend - Nucker101
Yeah, I’ve commented on Woo before and was accused of never watching him play. I think some folks are just fascinated by his name and aren’t really paying attention to his skill set. Which is minimal at best.
I'll take accomplished over newbie. Going with guys who've never done it before was a waste of 7 + years. I'm curious to see who they interview for GM. - Marwood
That's my logic as well. Guys with those types of resumes aren't exactly a readily available commodity. They don't just sprout up out of nowhere.
It's also unrealistic to expect a new GM to dive in and take over the league just because he views things differently than the old guard. Even a guy like Dubas had Mark Hunter and Old Lou as his training wheels when he started.
Yeah, I’ve commented on Woo before and was accused of never watching him play. I think some folks are just fascinated by his name and aren’t really paying attention to his skill set. Which is minimal at best. - bloatedmosquito
If called up it would be a 3rd pairing role & like to see some physical play.
I’ve really liked Schenn so far. Goodly amount of points & some big hitting.
