Coaching Prospects: Who's available?

[carter333167]

If the Blues don't perform well in the playoffs, we will almost certainly be looking for a new coach.

Who would you like to see considered for the job as the next Blues coach?

BTW, I hope we do perform well in the playoffs but think we might as well start thinking about the pool of candidates who might be available.

All thoughts are welcome.

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[Alklha]

If we get rid of Hitch, I'm half expecting us to target an ex-Maple Leafs coach; Ron Wilson or Randy Carlyle.

There is also Guy Boucher. I wouldn't want him as a head coach, but he is a perfect assistant. Bring him in and we'll have the best PP in the League next season.

 

[2 Minute Minor]

Even if the Blues win the Cup, I think Hitchcock may retire.

 

[Oberyn]

Wouldn't be surprised to see Mike Yeo.

 

[carter333167]

Would Ted Nolan even be part of the conversation--probably not.

On another note, does anyone think that that our HOF senior advisers, MacInnis and Brodeur, might have a place in discussions on any level....assistant coach or higher?

 

[Dbrownss]

Even if the Blues win the Cup, I think Hitchcock may retire.

Agreed

Wouldn't be surprised to see Mike Yeo.

 

[Oberyn]

Agreed

I don't think he's that bad of a coach, personally. His time just expired with the Wild.

 

[2 Minute Minor]

I don't think he's that bad of a coach, personally. His time just expired with the Wild.

I agree. I think he'll get another job somewhere. Or at least he ought to.

 

[Dbrownss]

I don't think he's that bad of a coach, personally. His time just expired with the Wild.

No, not terrible, but more of the same system.

I remember hearing on a broadcast or NHL radio that Tippett may be on the way out of Arizona. His name keeps popping up when some prod JR about the situation. I think he's still got some years left though

 

[Thallis]

No, not terrible, but more of the same system.

I remember hearing on a broadcast or NHL radio that Tippett may be on the way out of Arizona. His name keeps popping up when some prod JR about the situation. I think he's still got some years left though

IIRC he has an out clause of some kind. His name was being brought up last spring/this summer as a possibility before Hitch was re-signed.

 

[Ranksu]

I don't think he's that bad of a coach, personally. His time just expired with the Wild.

Yeo out coach Hitch last year 100-0. I think if we just pick random coach in Blues head coach he would do better job in post-season then Hitch., he got the worst record in last 4 years in the post-season.

I don't mind drafting top 15 picks with Bill Armwtrong at least couple years rather then burn the hell out of good future assets.

 

[2 Minute Minor]

No, not terrible, but more of the same system.

I remember hearing on a broadcast or NHL radio that Tippett may be on the way out of Arizona. His name keeps popping up when some prod JR about the situation. I think he's still got some years left though

Arizona would be foolish to part with him, but if he becomes available he's a very attractive choice.

 

[Dbrownss]

Arizona would be foolish to part with him, but if he becomes available he's a very attractive choice.

I'd agree but I remember hearing this after their hot start to the season. Doesn't make much sense but seems to be smoke around his name and the Blues

 

[2 Minute Minor]

I'd agree but I remember hearing this after their hot start to the season. Doesn't make much sense but seems to be smoke around his name and the Blues

I heard that last season, too. I would not be surprised to learn that Armstrong already knew Tippetts would become available after this season and that was part of his thinking in giving Hitchcock another year after both Babcock and McLellan declined.

 

[Daley Tarasenkshow]

I've said it before, but I think the team should go after someone young and hot, with a lot of fire under them. D.J. Smith would be a nice pick IMO.

I like Yeo too.

 

[Vladdy the Impaler]

Agreed

 

[BlueDream]

I've said it before, but I think the team should go after someone young and hot, with a lot of fire under them. D.J. Smith would be a nice pick IMO.

I like Yeo too.

I pretty much agree with this. I think those would be my top choices at this point, unless there's another up and coming AHL coach who slips my mind.

Yeo isn't really that exciting but eh...could be worse. I hate Ron Wilson and am not really a fan of Carlyle either (but I could live with the latter). Tippett is probably a better option than all three but I just feel like he would be too much of the same.

If the Blues even consider Ron Wilson we are doomed. He is hated by so many of his former teams' fans and even players. You can look up some doozy quotes he's said to the media too and quickly learn why any team should star far away from him these days. He's terrible. Hitchcock would be better than him and I'd prefer pretty much anyone else over both of them.

 

[Alklha]

I pretty much agree with this. I think those would be my top choices at this point, unless there's another up and coming AHL coach who slips my mind.

Yeo isn't really that exciting but eh...could be worse. I hate Ron Wilson and am not really a fan of Carlyle either (but I could live with the latter). Tippett is probably a better option than all three but I just feel like he would be too much of the same.

If the Blues even consider Ron Wilson we are doomed. He is hated by so many of his former teams' fans and even players. You can look up some doozy quotes he's said to the media too and quickly learn why any team should star far away from him these days. He's terrible. Hitchcock would be better than him and I'd prefer pretty much anyone else over both of them.

Is this such a bad thing? Do we think we are a million miles away from being legitimate contenders, or could some subtle changes make all the difference? I think it is probably the latter.

 

[Oberyn]

Ott will retire and be our coach next season.

 

[BlueDream]

Is this such a bad thing? Do we think we are a million miles away from being legitimate contenders, or could some subtle changes make all the difference? I think it is probably the latter.

I think they are far away, yes.

Tippett is a solid coach. But everything about that worries me... Former Dallas Star coach, defensive system. I don't really see what would change. I basically want a completely new face and energy in the room.

 

[Dbrownss]

Is this such a bad thing? Do we think we are a million miles away from being legitimate contenders, or could some subtle changes make all the difference? I think it is probably the latter.

I think we're a good offensive coach away from talking the next step. It could even be an assistant coach.

 

[MissouriMook]

Ott will retire and be our coach next season.

From the way Hitch described it, it sounds like he's already getting a head start on that here lately.

 

[Vladys Gumption]

If we can get Boucher as an assistant, I would mind naming Brad Shaw head coach.

 

[Brian39]

I'm holding out hope that the Ducks get thumped in the 1st round and decide to fire Bruce Boudreau. I think he is the absolute ideal coach for this roster. Unfortunately, I think it is pretty darn unlikely for him to be available for the next few years.

 

[carter333167]

I'm holding out hope that the Ducks get thumped in the 1st round and decide to fire Bruce Boudreau. I think he is the absolute ideal coach for this roster. Unfortunately, I think it is pretty darn unlikely for him to be available for the next few years.

I was hoping the Kings would bomb this year and Sutter might be available--sounded like the players were near mutiny with him last season--alas..no joy....Kings looking very strong this season.