Confirmed with Link: Update: 9/15 | Capitals Relieve Todd Reirden of Coaching Duties | Hire Laviolette as new HC

[TheLegendOfPatPeake]

So, does anyone here listen to Nick Kypreos’ podcast?

On his last episode they were talking about coaching decisions and he mentioned the Caps had reached out to Babcock before the pause for the pandemic. Apparently they were prepared to fire Reirden at that time and replace him with Babcock if they could make it work. I guess the other options are making them evaluate again.

 

[Ovechkins Wodka]

Man I wish we canned TR before the shutdown. Would have been nice to have the extra training camp with Babcock.

 

[Bieronymus Trotz]

Apparently they were prepared to fire Reirden at that time and replace him with Babcock if they could make it work.

Was that said on the podcast, or are you saying it looks that way based on what was said?

 

[TheLegendOfPatPeake]

Was that said on the podcast, or are you saying it looks that way based on what was said?

https://t.co/Y5Z08Gefbh?amp=1

Starts at 1:05:00

 

[max21]

We’re going to hire Babcock aren’t we

 

[Red Dread]

We've interviewed Gallant as well. So Laviolette, Babcock, and Gallant all interviewed. We'll see who they pick.

 

[TheLegendOfPatPeake]

We’re going to hire Babcock aren’t we

I wouldn’t have thought so but now I’m thinking it is very very likely.

 

[TRASHCAT]

f*** babcock

 

[Hivemind]

Reminder that Babcock hasn't won a playoff series since 2013. The game has passed him by, in more than just how he handles the locker room.

 

[TheLegendOfPatPeake]

Reminder that Babcock hasn't won a playoff series since 2013. The game has passed him by, in more than just how he handles the locker room.

Should be interesting.

 

[Hivemind]

"Sorry Todd, losing in the first round of the playoffs is simply not an acceptable outcome for the Washington Capitals. In your place, we're gonna hire a coach who has lost in the first round in each of his past five trips to the playoffs" - Caps if they hire Babcock

 

[Langway]

YeahButTheAlphanezzz.

 

[trick9]

Babcock being interviewed is not all over the news because he's a favourite, but because he's such a controversial figure these days. Not to mention that he is a former Leafs coach. I think it just makes sense to give him an interview because he has a long resume but i still don't think he gets the job over Laviolette or Gallant. Although with Gallant he may want more control which might end up being a problem. But even then they would most likely pick Laviolette. Or someone other than Babcock.

 

[Lobodomy]

I might just skip next season if it's Babcock.

 

[g00n]

It's starting to look like TR was in over his head and couldn't handle the room. That might have been the reason for the Babcock interview.

The quick trigger on TR came as a surprise and it seems there's been a lot going on behind the scenes. Nothing would completely surprise me at this point, but I think Lavi splits the difference between Babcock and Gallant so that's probably the safest bet if you're trying to predict.

 

[Futures Passed]

f*** babcock

I second this.

Babcock being interviewed is not all over the news because he's a favourite, but because he's such a controversial figure these days. Not to mention that he is a former Leafs coach. I think it just makes sense to give him an interview because he has a long resume but i still don't think he gets the job over Laviolette or Gallant. Although with Gallant he may want more control which might end up being a problem. But even then they would most likely pick Laviolette. Or someone other than Babcock.

My vote is still for Gallant. With that being said, I actually think it’s a good learning exercise to interview a bunch of coaches (especially elite coaches) and see what you can learn from their analysis, vision, and any emerging patterns in how they view the Capitals’ roster, systems, coaches, culture, etc. I would not personally consider Babcock, but I would glean him for information. I have no idea what the Capitals’ actual intent is though. We shall see.

 

[TheLegendOfPatPeake]

Babcock isn’t my first choice but he does have a chip on his shoulder I presume and the Caps have a veteran team so...I think it’d be fine.

 

[BallardEra]

I can’t remember the last time Babcock won a playoff series. Hard to see the Caps bringing him aboard with that track record.

 

[CartographerNo611]

Im down for a redemption tour with Babcock. He likes to play vets so Ovie would have a better chance of catching Gretz. Only downside is Wilson would get demoted and eventually traded. Wilson is the most anti babcock type player out there.

While his handling of Marner was a joke, he was correct in pointing out Marners lack of giving a crap. Toronto has a rot that shouldn't entirely be placed on Babs shoulders.

 

[TRASHCAT]

Can't wait till Ovies at 893 and Babcock perma benches him because he can

 

[Marshall]

Burnside in the Athletic: "it is my understanding the process is really just getting started."

 

[CapitalsCupReality]

I wonder if Ted plays the " hey you get to coach ovi you should pay me" card, trying to save a few bucks.

Like a few millions bucks. I will predict the cheapest of the big 3 is his choice.

so jaded...

 

[Corby78]

Burnside in the Athletic: "it is my understanding the process is really just getting started."

i hope he is reverting to his ESPN hockey reporting days and just has no idea what he is talking about.

 

[Jacoby4HOF66]

Does OV get consulted on who the next HC is?

 

[tenken00]

Does OV get consulted on who the next HC is?

Probably. Actually definitely. At the very least they would ask for his thoughts.