Well stated
But if the players are the problem and are not listening, what do you do. SEND THEM TO THE PRESS BOX, and I don't mean Weir, Kass, Conacher, and Gryba that accomplishes nothing. Rearranging the deck chairs on the titanic is all that is happening.
IMO it is all on the players, looking elsewhere may offer an opportunity to release some of the frustration by engaging in an internet debate, but that doesn't change the reality.
Turnovers, bad decision making, soft goals, defensive breakdowns and lack of compete are what has/is plaguing this team.
IMO too many players aren't mentally focused, and all MacLean can do is talk, change the line-up or make line changes in hope something sparks them.
While I support playing the kids, if I had to make the decision to play Spezza or Pageau, Conacher or Michalek, then Pageau and Conacher are sitting.
It may not be fair but I would err on the side of history as opposed to hoping for a miracle.
The most positive thing I have seen since the season began is Murray is getting increasingly involved.
The future of some of these players in Ottawa may be rapidly approaching the end if things don't change soon.
IMO up to the 30 game mark the GM and coaches are mostly concerned about this season and getting into the playoffs.
However once it is clear the playoffs are just wishful thinking, then the focus will turn to the future.
Veterans will be moved and the youth will be given every opportunity to gain experience and prove they have a future in the NHL.