Speculation: 2024-25 Coaching/Management/Ownership

[Dr Johnny Fever]

I never said anything about doing it for the Ducks. They’re doing it to make money.

Just that the Ducks are an integral part of the entire plan.

Well, that’s kinda my point. The project is only about making more money and not a reflection on whether or not they are cheap owners of the Ducks. I don’t necessarily think they are cheap but nobody will ever mistake their spending for the leafs or rangers level.

 

[ZegrassyKnoll]

Well, that’s kinda my point. The project is only about making more money and not a reflection on whether or not they are cheap owners of the Ducks. I don’t necessarily think they are cheap but nobody will ever mistake their spending for the leafs or rangers level.

I just don’t think there is any logic to the idea that they would spend a fortune on every aspect of the team except for the team itself.

And to your point, the Rags and Leafs are the two highest value teams in the league in the middle of their window, of course they’re going to spend big right now.

From 2016-2020 we spent up to the cap. We had literally $0 in cap space in the 16-17 season.

 

[KaseMeOutside]

It shouldn't even be a debate, if Montgomery will take the job you hire him now. Good job Cronin getting the most out of Brett Leason, he's not the future of this team. We need a coach that can get the young players trending up and a better system

This team is where it is because of Dostal standing on his head so often it's not sustainable. Get someone here with some credibility

 

[emptynetter3]

By way of comparison, look at Arte Moreno. He goes out and spends giant money for free agent hitters, and it has NOT worked out at all (see: Rendon, A.)

Calling the Samuelis "cheap" is inaccurate and unfair. Wasn't it reported that they offered more $ to Stamkos and Marchessault? They're not afraid to spend but they have a GM who's just not very good at GMing.

agree about the samueli's, but if they have a "downfall" its that they just "stay out" of it......which should be a good thing (and is) but there is no acountability from media/fans for the management.....they never have to explain or answer anything.

 

[emptynetter3]

Montgomery was my pick for coach of the Ducks before he was hired with the Bruins. He had issues with alcohol and has since worked to be better. However, his time in Dallas was very good and the players really liked him. In Boston, his record speaks for himself. I think he's one of the best coaches in hockey.

I have been vocal of my issues with Cronin and this is such a good coach available. It's ultimately up to Montgomery and whether he would want to coach a team like the Ducks. But if he did.... it would be so good for this team.

agree...it is up to Monty but if PV hasn't already been on the phone and doing everything in his power to get him here, then I give up on this team and PV needs to be fired because he is a egomaniac.... this team is facing getting rid of players like Fowler/zegras/ whoever else to "fix" things, when you can right now try to have a clearer picture before making those moves.....also, Monty had terry at DU and I know they are very fond of each other....it could be huge for a guy like terry and I truly think zegras, Mac, cutter, Carl, minty would thrive under him....he has a modern day view/style he wants to his teams to play and players love playing that type of game......its honestly a no brainier.

 

[Rybread86]

The "owners are cheap" discussions are old and tired. Every year they were competitive they spent all the money they could. They gave permission to trade for guys like Kes. They had no problem going after one of the most coveted coaches in Bruce.

They gave Beeker the go to try and signs guys like Stamkos/Marchy.

This is still a business. Owners still need to make good business decisions and shouldn't be expected to spend stupid money in cap when the team isn't competitive and selling like they used. And I'll bet they are/were still willing to spend more than they are now if Beeker could get a deal signed.

 

[Dr Johnny Fever]

I just don’t think there is any logic to the idea that they would spend a fortune on every aspect of the team except for the team itself.

And to your point, the Rags and Leafs are the two highest value teams in the league in the middle of their window, of course they’re going to spend big right now.

From 2016-2020 we spent up to the cap. We had literally $0 in cap space in the 16-17 season.

I don’t disagree as far as on ice spending goes. I’m not as sure about off ice but still hockey related spending.

 

[MMC]

I hope no one in this thread actually thinks Cronin is going to get fired during a 3 game winning streak so we can hire a new coach. I mean I like to think this board is a level above Twitter and Reddit in terms of the quality of discussions but that would seriously have me rethinking that

 

[All Mighty]

I hope no one in this thread actually thinks Cronin is going to get fired during a 3 game winning streak so we can hire a new coach. I mean I like to think this board is a level above Twitter and Reddit in terms of the quality of discussions but that would seriously have me rethinking that

While I agree that it's very unlikely to happen, if Verbeek does think very highly of Montgomery, the next few days are likely the only chance he will ever have to hire him. Definitely a huge if, but I don't think it's impossible.

 

[ZegrassyKnoll]

While I agree that it's very unlikely to happen, if Verbeek does think very highly of Montgomery, the next few days are likely the only chance he will ever have to hire him. Definitely a huge if, but I don't think it's impossible.

Unless Montgomery wants to wait out the season and see what his options are

 

[emptynetter3]

I hope no one in this thread actually thinks Cronin is going to get fired during a 3 game winning streak so we can hire a new coach. I mean I like to think this board is a level above Twitter and Reddit in terms of the quality of discussions but that would seriously have me rethinking that

3 games doesn't erase the previous 97 under Cronin IMO.....if a GM isn't looking to improve his (just happened with tonight's win) .500% team, he should be replaced....either this team isn't talented and needs to look to move players, or the do have the talent and are underperforming....I have my belief, but either way if you are not moving towards improvement/winning then what are you doing?

 

[Leonardo87]

I hope no one in this thread actually thinks Cronin is going to get fired during a 3 game winning streak so we can hire a new coach. I mean I like to think this board is a level above Twitter and Reddit in terms of the quality of discussions but that would seriously have me rethinking that

If Cronin is going to go, it won’t be till the off-season. I like to take credit for their winning streak since I made that thread.

 

[MMC]

3 games doesn't erase the previous 97 under Cronin IMO.....if a GM isn't looking to improve his (just happened with tonight's win) .500% team, he should be replaced....either this team isn't talented and needs to look to move players, or the do have the talent and are underperforming....I have my belief, but either way if you are not moving towards improvement/winning then what are you doing?

.500 seems more than fair for the talent on the team

 

[Static]

The "owners are cheap" discussions are old and tired. Every year they were competitive they spent all the money they could.

This is not true. The best team we had, in 2014-15, had an internal budget and was the reason we were not able to trade for vermette at the deadline. He went to the hawks and was an integral part in us losing.

Maybe the Samuelis will spend money when we are good again, but don't get it twisted. These are $15+ billionaires, who, if they wanted, could spend a lot more on their pet project if they so chose.

If they really wanted to, they didn't have to lay off 15% of their employees during COVID. We don't get to tell them what to do with their money, but we have the freedom to judge them for it.