GENERAL MANAGER COACHING OF THE FLAMES
So who replaces Bob Hartley? First of all, we have to try to
figure out what direction this team wants to go in. Do we want another
disciplinarian? Maybe a people's coach, one who a little easier on his players'
work. Or in others words, a player's coach. We know Hartley was... well... a
grumpy Coach (cannot say hard***, a family blog site, you know.) The Flames
might not want to go that route again. So let's play General Manager, shall we?
There are plenty of names our there who would make excellent
candidates. Here are some names, not in any particular order.
BOB BOUGHNER
Bob is my pick. I wanted him before Hartley. Bob is a solid
hockey mind. He is a no-nonsense guy. He is a reliable communicator with young
players.
KEVIN DINEEN
Kevin a was a solid two-way player. He played in all aspects
of the game. He would be an asset in the special teams game. Particularly with
the woeful penalty killing the Flames had last year.
PAUL MACLEAN
Paul had some success in Ottawa. He would be able to help
right away with the Flames' powerplay. He is a people's coach, loves talking to
the media and fans, and would be a solid choice for the position. I hope the
Flames contact him.
TODD RICHARDS
Todd Richards is a logical choice for two reasons. One, he
can relate to the players. Todd will make the players more accountable for
their play in the defensive zone. There will be more of a system. Defense
first, and the scoring will take care of itself. He did a solid job in his
first stint; no reason why he cannot succeed in his second stint with the
Flames.
DAVIS PAYNE
Payne has had four years as an assistant coach in LA. If you
like how the Kings play, you have to consider Davis. Burke has said that the
Flames have to get bigger and faster. Davis knows how to coach that type of
player. Coach Sutter uses his assistant coaches in the practices; Davis was
seriously utilized in the Kings system.
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