Sonny21
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Funny enough Id actually say Dubas would be a larger counterweight to Babcock on some team decisions than any “old school” type GM just because of the different ways of thinking about the game.
What I’d like to see is somebody who can work with Babcock but also stand firm on disagreements.
I can see him being larger counterweight, but I don't know if he would actually stand firm on them.
That's the thing, we really don't know if he would stand firm on disagreements.
That would have to be the case with whoever takes the next GM position. I just don't feel it's as a community decision anymore, due to the lack of asset management.
Babcock was very vocal about having the team play well so they could force Lou's hand, he back tracked a bit later or I should say more neutral. I also remember in one of his scrums stating that he likes having loud debates internally when asked about what moves Leafs will/should make.
Lou already has shown his track record in New Jersey in post cap era, which is horrible asset management. Just ask New Jersey fans.
I also recall Dubas liking this tweet in which Justin (former Marlies video guy) responded to a tweet around the same time frame of Babcock's comments.
While this is all speculation or guessing game, either Dubas was in agreement with Leafs decisions, or he was simply ignored. I don't know the answer.
Either way, that doesn't breed confidence in me, that's all.