Who do you EXPECT to be Sabres Coach?

[old kummelweck]

Quenneville official in FL. Apparently Jeremy White said that the sabres reached out this winter and Q said 'no' to buffalo, FWIW.

Florida Panthers Name Joel Quenneville Head Coach

 

[Hasekperreault23]

So

It is somewhat concerning that Florida is expected to announce Q-Stache as their new head coach tomorrow, and that Florida has been rumored to be all-in on Panarin and Bobrovsky since, like, mid-season. This clearly indicates that Florida has been planning this for quite some time (like, most of this entire season). We'll see if it all comes to fruition, but if they get Quenneville, that certainly suggests what's to come. If Florida gets their **** together, the Sabres are in a bad place. They have 6 months to become a legitimate NHL team.

So your assuming we won't improve even from within? Maybe I am optimistic in the development of Dahlin, Ollofson, Mitts,PilutNylander, and hopefully Borgen,Smith, O'Reagen.Additionally sign skinner and move some pieces out and sign Hayes or Ferland

 

[Montag DP]

Probably someone with only Peewee coaching experience.

 

[Hasekperreault23]

Because Bylsma had both of those and we got equally burned on that deal.

However Housley was the worst coach I ever saw..AV for me..Anyone have an opinion on Boughner? Loved him in Windsor, how did he do in Florida or was he just a sacrificial lamb?

 

[Yatzhee]

I don't believe many want this job.

 

[Montag DP]

I don't believe many want this job.

It shouldn't be that hard to sell. You've got a 1C and 1D, some decent complementary pieces, good prospects on the way up, and an owner that will hand out a fat check. There are certainly worse destinations.

 

[Sabre Dance]

Because Bylsma had both of those and we got equally burned on that deal.

That's why multiple team success or proven team building is a requirement.

 

[Tsyolin]

I'm not convinced that Vigneault is the right man to coach a very young team but I wouldn't be surprised if he's a target for the job. He'd probably be the most controversial hire in recent memory.

 

[TheMistyStranger]

Probably someone with only Peewee coaching experience.

Hmm. I’ve got Girls Mite coaching experience. You think they would allow an exception?

 

[Gabrielor]

I'm not convinced that Vigneault is the right man to coach a very young team but I wouldn't be surprised if he's a target for the job. He'd probably be the most controversial hire in recent memory.

Based on everything I’ve read, there will be no solidarity in our coach choice. Some group will be unhappy.

 

[Sabre the Win]

Because Bylsma had both of those and we got equally burned on that deal.

Comparing where he had the Sabres to where Housley had the Sabres, Bylsma was the better coach for the job.

 

[1972]

Despite Dahlin and Eichel I’m not sure this job is attractive. Let’s be honest here, the Sabres are not exactly a hot place to be, especially with all the firings over the years.

Botterill simply CANNOT get this hiring wrong. He’s essentially putting his job on the line with this hiring.

If Bruce Boudreau is available he’s probably my number one guy. He’s terrific.

 

[Ace]

We're going to end up with Vigneault. I don't like it because I think it's Bylsma 2.0, but the Pegulas throw money at names and expect results. I honestly just wish we would do the right thing and install a President and a young coach and keep Botts as GM.

I just don't get how the Bills are doing everything right and the Sabres can't get an organizational issue handled at this point. The hiring/firing of LaFontaine is the lowlight of Kim's reign for this team.

The nfl is an offensive league and they have no top tier or even second tier playmakers for their young innacurate QB. And are about to use another top pick on defense.

Everything right is about to land them another 6-8 win season as everyone wonders why.

 

[Ace]

The guy made the playoffs and won a series with 3 different teams. If he doesn't make the playoffs here it's not going to be his fault.

Except that it definitely could, if he’s another Scandella over Pilut, Sobotka over the world guy which many say he will be.

 

[OkimLom]

Hmm. I’ve got Girls Mite coaching experience. You think they would allow an exception?

Nope. You're overqualified.

 

[Tsyolin]

Based on everything I’ve read, there will be no solidarity in our coach choice. Some group will be unhappy.

That's an understatement for Vigneault. There are people that are unsure about Taylor, and then there are people that don't want Vigneault to have anything to do with this team.

 

[Chainshot]

Hiring Taylor would be another Rolston moment.

 

[Jim Bob]

Hiring Taylor would be another Rolston moment.

I think Taylor will be way better than Rolston was.

I also expect Tails to be the hire after nobody else really wants the job.

 

[Chainshot]

I think Taylor will be way better than Rolston was.

I also expect Tails to be the hire after nobody else really wants the job.

I think Taylor is a better coach than Rolston, but the same sort of conditions apply -- not doing due diligence and finding a quality candidate, thus falling back on who is already in-house.

 

[Jim Bob]

I think Taylor is a better coach than Rolston, but the same sort of conditions apply -- not doing due diligence and finding a quality candidate, thus falling back on who is already in-house.

I think the issue will be getting someone to say Yes ala reaching out to Q and getting a No Thanks.

Although, maybe they can get a guy like Jacques Martin...

 

[Buffaloed]

Simple question. Who do you EXPECT to be the Sabres coach (not to be confused with who you WANT them to hire).

My leading candidates are Alain Vigneault, Jacques Martin, and Chris Taylor.

Follow up question: are you going to complain as we watch all the best available coaches being hired?

We're in the homestretch now. Vigneault left the track and ran off to parts unknown. Taylor threw a shoe rounding the second turn fell off the pace. Victory is within the grasp of the slowest horse in the race, Jacques Martin.

 

[AustonsNostrils]

We're in the homestretch now. Vigneault left the track and ran off to parts unknown. Taylor threw a shoe rounding the second turn fell off the pace. Victory is within the grasp of the slowest horse in the race, Jacques Martin.

 

[Buffaloed]

Thread Closed due to continually drifting off topic
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