Shout into the void like we do with the Jets?I think it's fair to refer to any numbers that aren't what the eye sees as analytics.
Where the coach and others get confused is by calling them "advanced"--some of them are very basic and undeniable, like 5v5 goals for and against, for a player and line. When there is a decent body of work showing a problem in a reliable, descriptive and predictive area, and the coach does not respond to that, it's a concern.
Also, educated fans that point this out aren't worse fans; most are trying to be constructive.
Here's a question--if you had a successful friend who was drinking or gambling too much, what would you say to her?
A) "You are very successful but I'm worried your personal habits are going to get you in trouble".
B) "You are perfect the way you are"
C) Say nothing--it's none of your business and this person is soooo smart in life otherwise...
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