Gonchar was already a deteriorating asset, the fact he didn't help much is really no surprise. I don't even mind gonchar, reduce his minutes and he can contribute.
I like the roster too and think we can and will be better. I still think Therrien ices lesser players at times, but it's minor concern for me, almost all coaches will play the proven vet over the rookie, this isn't just MT, this is basically a universal practice by all NHL coaches.
I'm just saying these two are a tandem MT/MB they are together more on roster/personnel decisions than portrayed around here imo. I'm not saying MB is bad, in fact, I like most of his moves. I don't sing his praises like some, most of his additions have been bottom 6ers and bottom pairing dman, but he has done a good job of ridding the dead weight, now can he add some impact players with the savings, it's going to be interesting, all in all, I like the direction the team is heading.
I like DD on the 3rd line, I think he's an asset in that role. I think Therrien isn't the greatest, but has his strong points like all coaches. I think the youth that Trevor Timmins produces year in and year out should make this team a playoff team similar to the Red Wings, I don't know other teams as well, but the injection of youth on our teams yea to year seems to be far outweigh most. MB has done a good job tinkering with the spare parts/bottom end of the roster, what he'll do at the top end is more important to me.