Speculation: 2024-25 Coaching/Management/Ownership

[Mr Rogers]

I don't really put much stock into SC

I mean you could argue this isn’t all that relevant to the Ducks currently (although I’d say it is at least somewhat) but this story as it stands sounds truthful.

 

[Hamilton Bulldogs]

Ducks aren't relevant enough for multiple sources to make up stories about Cronin. There's obviously something there

 

[ZegrassyKnoll]

The feeling I got from BBs interview with SC was he wasnt looking to get back into the NHL

That’s why a short term half season contract is perfect for him… like being a substitute teacher to make a little money and pass the time in retirement lol

 

[dracom]

I mean you could argue this isn’t all that relevant to the Ducks currently (although I’d say it is at least somewhat) but this story as it stands sounds truthful.

And i know it happened years ago, but an adult acting that way towards a child is insane. That’s such a huge red flag and I doubt he’s changed all that much. Team cant dump that dude fast enough

 

[KelVarnsen]

Ducks aren't relevant enough for multiple sources to make up stories about Cronin. There's obviously something there

Yeah. This is where I am. Why would anyone make up stories about the Ducks of all teams? Not many care enough about the Ducks to make up different stories IMO. There sure is a lot of smoke out there to Cronin being a giant hardass.

 

[MMC]

Funny how when a story supports one's biases (the SC stuff), they take it as gospel but when it runs counter to them (our beat writers saying Cronin has a good relationship with the players) it's "just guys wanting to maintain their media access". Lot of people choosing to believe what supports their narrative

 

[Mr Rogers]

Funny how when a story supports one's biases (the SC stuff), they take it as gospel but when it runs counter to them (our beat writers saying Cronin has a good relationship with the players) it's "just guys wanting to maintain their media access". Lot of people choosing to believe what supports their narrative

Aren’t you doing the same thing? Just on the opposite side of most people.

 

[MMC]

Aren’t you doing the same thing? Just on the opposite side of most people.

I don’t really have a strong opinion either way RE Cronin but I haven’t heard anything concrete to suggest that the current roster has any issue with him so yeah I often speak in opposition to those who push that narrative. This story being true or not true means absolutely nothing to me because it’s not indicative of who Cronin is in 2024 nor does it have anything to do with any players currently on the team. I am not in favor of firing him solely because I don’t think the current roster is anywhere close to a finished product and I think instituting a ton of turnover during that time does nothing but create a chaotic environment. But I also wouldn’t be upset if they fired him tomorrow.

 

[Dr Johnny Fever]

Funny how when a story supports one's biases (the SC stuff), they take it as gospel but when it runs counter to them (our beat writers saying Cronin has a good relationship with the players) it's "just guys wanting to maintain their media access". Lot of people choosing to believe what supports their narrative

We don't have beat writers. We have guys who will show up for games for the free meal when they don't have anything better to do. Not a single writer travels with the team or is truly dedicate to the daily workings of the team. Derek Lee might be the closest thing we have but even he is limited by finances.

 

[goosemooseduck]

This team has a coach that is over his head, no impact player and GM that has done nothing meaningful since his big fire sale.
1/4 of a season in, no improvements over previous one. PV needs plan Z because plans from A to Y didn't pan out. And plan Z already looks more like rigor mortis rather than initium vitae.
I know, it takes time, but c'mon, throw us a bone.
It will be a long decade...

 

[Dr Johnny Fever]

PV’s coach is busy turning plan Z into a Selke level 3rd liner.

 

[CrazyDuck4u]

I look at the kings and can't help but be jealous. They have a system that works. They have won 6 in a row and their young guys coming from the ahl buy in and are chipping in. Something is rotten within our organization and it start at the ahl level

 

[Frosted Tips]

I'm done with Pat as well. I know this was like 20 years ago or smth, but how many red flags do you have to ignore to hire and then keep this guy. Pat is part of the problem in my eyes.

I'm not really sure what to make out of Pat yet. I'm not convinced by him but he NEEDS to make this work somehow or otherwise this gets really dark. The problems this organization has won't end with firing of Cronin however I'm afraid.

 

[Hey234]

I look at the kings and can't help but be jealous. They have a system that works. They have won 6 in a row and their young guys coming from the ahl buy in and are chipping in. Something is rotten within our organization and it start at the ahl level

I never have and never will be jealous of the Kings. They have gotten unusually lucky with the longevity of their top players and a willingness to play the most boring type of hockey that exists. They are a team propped up by lameness. I, for one, cannot wait for it to end and I believe they are a year or two away from perpetual being stuck in the middle of the league.

 

[cheesymc]

I don't know how valid it is regarding Verbeek not wanting to include Getzlaf with a significant role in the organization. If it is... it sounds like he is more worried about competition for his own job. I really hope that we don't lose Getz to another organization... can we imagine if he joined the Kings?

 

[Rooch]

Anyone hear Keith Yandle's story about Cronin on Spittin' Chiclets yesterday? It's at the 1:41:00 mark.

 

[MMC]

Anyone hear Keith Yandle's story about Cronin on Spittin' Chiclets yesterday? It's at the 1:41:00 mark.

Did you read the last couple pages of this thread?

 

[Rooch]

Did you read the last couple pages of this thread?

Clearly not. Apologies.