He was kept on as a advisor, if there was any abuse issues he would at least be on leave pending a investigation. Looking like a hockey move
North Bay Battalion 2019-20 Season Thread (Part 2)
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He was kept on as a advisor, if there was any abuse issues he would at least be on leave pending a investigation. Looking like a hockey move
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Yes, now there will be both a GM and Head Coach attending each game.
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Did anything really change other than the desk plaques? To me it's the same ole, same ole. Oulahen was always going to be the 'next' head coach. I would have liked a complete change to signal a fresh start. Let's just wait an see.
Speaking of NHL coaches, how does John Tortorella still have a job!! He's even abusive to reporters!
Speaking of NHL coaches, how does John Tortorella still have a job!! He's even abusive to reporters!
The Battalion are a budget team and Stan's been at the helm at all levels since they came to North Bay. I'm assuming he's there to ease the transition and be the link between Dennis and Abbott.
I'm not sure if it was here, but I suggested they'd do something like this before the end of the year. This off-season is exceptionally important for the North Bay Battalion. Getting the elite talent available to us at the drafts to report is an absolute priority.
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Hopefully this move brings new life to the org, all we need is one fish to bite to leverage it onto others.
Observations from Tue. p.m.:
Workout (at least the part I saw) was spirited and up tempo;
Line changes were few but might be significant – Liam Arnsby (2nd) with Primeau and Russell; Kyle Jackson (4th) with A. Chris. and Currie (can’t remember if Korpialho was on ice or not); 1st and 3rd remained as is;
GM Dennis was on ice, in steady conversation with (Interim) Coach Oulahen;
Presume 1 goalie was S. Wray, no apparent sign of C.C.;
No sign of S.B.
Workout (at least the part I saw) was spirited and up tempo;
Line changes were few but might be significant – Liam Arnsby (2nd) with Primeau and Russell; Kyle Jackson (4th) with A. Chris. and Currie (can’t remember if Korpialho was on ice or not); 1st and 3rd remained as is;
GM Dennis was on ice, in steady conversation with (Interim) Coach Oulahen;
Presume 1 goalie was S. Wray, no apparent sign of C.C.;
No sign of S.B.
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Stan became the classic illustration of a coach who'd passed his "best before" date, but hadn't yet reached his "expiry date".
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Highly doubtful. I think Abbott saw his “hobby” exploding before his eyes. Maybe even the players spoke up
don’t think so. Dennis & Oulahan are Butler hires, and, Butler from day 1 was and likely always be the owner’s guy.
It's common for a coach relieved of his duties or a GM to get consulting positions, though admittingly more so in pro hockey. However he no longer is the coach nor is he a GM. His sphere of influence has been greatly reduced nonetheless.
days of day to day decisions should be over, sphere of influence being greatly reduced while Abbott is sole owner I’m not so sure.
Fair enough considering the lenght of history between them. Usually this kind of job post is largely a title fot the most part, perhaps not quite so much here. I am just guessing but I would think being relieved of both duties is a indication that he wouldn't be having steady input, otherwise name him president of operations and frame it as a promotion, which clearly it is not. On the other hand to your point, the owner has had no one else in those positions before so perhaps SB does have some input.
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Sarge needs an upgrade...can Stan jump a carpet?????
I wonder if in the role of special adviser Stan may seek a job elsewhere.
You'd think someone with a veteran loaded team may want him.
You'd think someone with a veteran loaded team may want him.
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I think what has happened here is the Stan, who has a few years left on his contract and been a loyal although unsuccessful soldier for Abbott for 20 years, is being paid and given a title only. He will have no say with the team on or off the ice. The new younger minds and attitudes will lead the way.
Stan was verbally hard on the players and the new coach and GM, will be more supportive and nurturing. Given them time folks, you might like what you have in a few years.
Stan was verbally hard on the players and the new coach and GM, will be more supportive and nurturing. Given them time folks, you might like what you have in a few years.
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Will never forget the night that Stan ripped the foam off the glass on the bench of the bench in Sudbury. I'll miss watching Stan block a gasket on the bench.
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