Part 9: [Management, coaching changes] Revolution 9 or the No. 9 Dream, Strawberry Fields Forever

[deadhead]

Where did you teach?

U Texas and Southwestern U.

 

[Ghosts Beer]

U Texas and Southwestern U.

What did you teach?

 

[Fight4yourRight]

It was pretty clear from the onset that Fletcher would not immediately can Hakstol, Knob and Lappy. There has to be a perception of fairness, at least to the outside viewer, even if management has already made up their minds. But I'm not sure who in their right mind believes Hakstol survives Fletcher's assessment and "probationary period" (with Wilson's assistance) over the next couple weeks. It may be that one of Knob or Lappy survives, but doubtful. Seems as though they want the staff to be a complement of the old school (Wilson) and newer age analytics guys. Very likely that they have already communicated with Coach Q and that he wishes to take the holidays to come to a definite decision.

 

[Lindberg]

What did you teach?

Probably lectured on about Jerry Garcia.

 

[LegionOfDoom91]

I was your age in 1995 and I'm still waiting, so I would advise you not to hold your breath. Also, when you are my age and I am that much older, I hope I can come live with you.

I got the Phils in 08 & the Eagles last year so at least I’m not completely hopeless across the board.

 

[deadhead]

What did you teach?

Micro & Macro Economics, Gov Regulation of Business, Resource Economics, Economic History.

 

[Ghosts Beer]

Micro & Macro Economics, Gov Regulation of Business, Resource Economics, Economic History.

Nice. I ascribe to Father Guido Sarducci’s 5-minute University: “Economics: Supply & Demand.”

 

[RANKKA]

Is it the first time ever that Capt'n liked something that Deadhead posted?
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can't escape deadhead even when ingnored

 

[Ghosts Beer]

Ghost is playing with a lot more life.

 

[Flyerfan4life]

i am a retired elder.

great post

 

[Mike1167]

OMG, The Beatles, huh? You know those girls screaming and crying in the crowd, way back when, were paid to do that. You know that, right? LOL

 

[Ruck Over]

He was reluctant to make major moves, however it also seemed like Holmgren preferred to fire him than to give him an ultimatum and one last chance to turn things around.

I think that ultimatum should have come after the Islanders blew them out.

While I agree with you, what Holmgren did was more pure. Instead of dictating actions to his manager, he actually let him manage. Because if a trade, or etc., was forced on Hexy and it ended up busting, that creates a weird dynamic estranging Homer, and distancing Scott. I think Homer weighed the inaction as a bigger fault, than the potential reward of a shake-up move. He had nothing to lose firing Hextall, he did if a forced move back fired.

 

[Ruck Over]

"Risin' up, straight to the top
Run Comcast, run the Flyers
I fired Hextall, but I'll not fire Hak
Cause he taught me just how to raise my sack

It's the Eye of the Lizard
It's the thrill of the cash
Risin' up to the challenge of investors
And the last known hockey fan
Can just eat on my jorts
'Cause I'm watching this all with the Eyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyye
Of the Lizard"

I am the Lizard King. I can do anything.

 

[Ruck Over]

@whomever

Several folks said they don't care about the alumni being butt hurt. In a micro sense, that's fine, those players don't get on the ice and either score, or prevent, goals.

But when folks bemoan the Flyers don't have an identity, that''s part of it. Treating the alumni well was a deep part of the culture that got abandoned. Whether that''s a current issue of mentorship, or a hypothetical appeal to FA that''s no longer there, either way, it's an easily attainable concept to achieve, fostering that Flyers family brand. It extends to the Flyers Wives Carnival. Little things current players have mentioned as impressive, that are separate from the salary cap, coaching, and are unique to the Flyers.

Basically, it's short sighted to discontinue a source of goodwill.
The Grinch's heart grew three sizes that day, and the world's greatest character failed. Set out to accomplish a goal, and he failed. But other folks will say he won when his heart grew.

 

[baudib1]

Fire Hakstol

 

[Sombastate]

Fire Hakstol

I fully support this

 

[gertbfrobe16]

It was pretty clear from the onset that Fletcher would not immediately can Hakstol, Knob and Lappy. There has to be a perception of fairness, at least to the outside viewer, even if management has already made up their minds. But I'm not sure who in their right mind believes Hakstol survives Fletcher's assessment and "probationary period" (with Wilson's assistance) over the next couple weeks. It may be that one of Knob or Lappy survives, but doubtful. Seems as though they want the staff to be a complement of the old school (Wilson) and newer age analytics guys. Very likely that they have already communicated with Coach Q and that he wishes to take the holidays to come to a definite decision.

we can only hope this is whats happening.

 

[mize370]

Everyday Fletcher waits to fire this meatball is another day wasted!!!!

 

[gertbfrobe16]

I got the Phils in 08 & the Eagles last year so at least I’m not completely hopeless across the board.

i've seen all 4 teams win championships. saw the flyers win, watching on tv in norfolk va. on the uss dalhgren dlg 12. it was by far the most exciting and satisfying.

 

[Tripod]

Burke and McLean both saying that when interviewing for a GM job, very common to upper Mgt to tell the incoming GM moves they want to see.

McLean mentioned interviewing for the Minny job and was told that if hired, he needed to trade Gaborik.

Burke said he went in and told the Leafs that it was going to be his 2 hands on the wheel...not theirs. And if they wanted to interfere, he would help them find a different GM.

 

[hatcher]

U Texas and Southwestern U.

Nice. All the best in life Deadhead as this shit on here dont mean much

 

[Foggy14]

Someone should have asked him if a hot dog is a sandwich.

We could have some pretty definitive character judgements off of that.

For example, I'd be willing to bet @Starat327 @Captain Dave Poulin and @Tripod will never be successful NHL GM's based on their incorrect hot dog classifications.

Hopefully they made you write "I will not tell lies" on the chalkboard 1,000 times after trying to convince people hot dogs are sandwiches.

SMH

One day we'll look back at hot dog sandwich deniers like you guys and laugh, like we do at flat-earthers.

Someone should have asked him if a hot dog is a sandwich.

We could have some pretty definitive character judgements off of that.

For example, I'd be willing to bet @Starat327 @Captain Dave Poulin and @Tripod will never be successful NHL GM's based on their incorrect hot dog classifications.

Hopefully they made you write "I will not tell lies" on the chalkboard 1,000 times after trying to convince people hot dogs are sandwiches.

SMH

One day we'll look back at hot dog sandwich deniers like you guys and laugh, like we do at flat-earthers.

Oh, jeez. This just in from the Washington Post:

A hot dog is a taco.

https://www.washingtonpost.com/news...m_term=.3e8cfd33de4c&wpisrc=nl_rainbow&wpmm=1

 

[Chinatown88]

The Menu talk can't be contained.

 

[deadhead]

I think Fletcher had enough leverage when he took the Flyers job that he's probably has a good deal of independence, if they wanted someone they could control, don't hire someone with a solid resume who is still getting paid from his old job and can wait for a better situation.

 

[Starat327]

Oh, jeez. This just in from the Washington Post:

A hot dog is a taco.

https://www.washingtonpost.com/news...m_term=.3e8cfd33de4c&wpisrc=nl_rainbow&wpmm=1

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