Speculation: Head Coach Hunt 2021 (Press Conference Thursday 7/1 @ 11am))

[rt]

Only worried because you didn’t state goals for and goals against. You are slipping

Oof! Too many steps!

I’ll do it tomorrow if it’s okay with coyotesdrippings.

 

[87turbobuick]

I predict Richardson. Assistant coach will work cheap for first National head job.

 

[rt]

Had a nightmare that Tocchet came back.

 

[AZviaNJ]

Tourigny rumored to be the guy.

 

[rt]

I predict Richardson. Assistant coach will work cheap for first National head job.

Only 4 total seasons as HC (all in AHL). .500W%, 90pts/82, didn’t qualify twice and lost in round one twice.

 

[Jakey53]

I don't think Tourigny would give up what he has to be an assistant. Groulx would be more likely there.

What's he giving up? Coaching kids? Involved with Team Canada or whatever. We are talking NHL HC'ing job here. I expect he would jump at the chance. Hell, he would even pay for his own plane ticket just to get an interview.

 

[rt]

Tourigny rumored to be the guy.

Hmmm…doesn’t seem that way…



Joined by @ 919sports, André Tourigny confirms discussions with the organization of the Coyotes, but adds that for the moment, he has not been named.

André Tourigny would be the new head coach of the Arizona Coyotes.

 

[rt]

Not sure what Bouchard and Tourigny have in common? I don’t see any of the same stops in their career? Is this just to get clicks because Bouchard is affiliated with the Habs organization?

 

[AZviaNJ]

Hmmm…doesn’t seem that way…



Joined by @ 919sports, André Tourigny confirms discussions with the organization of the Coyotes, but adds that for the moment, he has not been named.

André Tourigny would be the new head coach of the Arizona Coyotes.

Why the love for Tourigny? Vs say Nelson? What am I missing?

 

[rt]

‎31 Thoughts: The Podcast: Patiocast on Apple Podcasts

16:10 mark.

Marek and Friedman believe Tourigny is the favorite. But they mention it’s really hard to get anything out of AZ (wow, what a change! Never thought we’d hear those words).

 

[Coyotedroppings]

Not sure what Bouchard and Tourigny have in common? I don’t see any of the same stops in their career? Is this just to get clicks because Bouchard is affiliated with the Habs organization?

Folks complain about cronyism and then question it, when a possible attempt to avoid it is made?

 

[rt]

Why the love for Tourigny? Vs say Nelson? What am I missing?

If you have a subscription to the Athletic, there are several really excellent articles that take really deep dives into answering your question.

If not, I highly recommend listening to this: ‎The Hockey Masterclass: The Hockey Masterclass Episode 27: André Tourigny on Apple Podcasts

It’s a bit long, so I’d recommend 1.25x or 1.5x speed. Which is just enough to make Canadians sound like Americans. Lol.

 

[AZviaNJ]

If you have a subscription to the Athletic, there are several really excellent articles that take really deep dives into answering your question.

If not, I highly recommend listening to this: ‎The Hockey Masterclass: The Hockey Masterclass Episode 27: André Tourigny on Apple Podcasts

It’s a bit long, so I’d recommend 1.25x or 1.5x speed. Which is just enough to make Canadians sound like Americans. Lol.

Thanks….I have an Athletic subscription, will take a look and also listen to the podcast.

 

[rt]

Folks complain about cronyism and then question it, when a possible attempt to avoid it is made?

Huh? It would be odd for a first time HC to pick his own guy, and have it be someone he hasn’t worked with. If it’s a BA pick, then it makes more sense. Seems odd BA would pick a guy for a first time NHL HC that doesn’t have an extensive NHL AC resume. Either way, Bouchard strikes me as out of left field, unless there’s a connection I’m missing. Which is actually the point of my post. To find out if anyone knew of a connection.

 

[rt]

Thanks….I have an Athletic subscription, will take a look and also listen to the podcast.

Andre Tourigny's lifetime of labour shines as Canada's world junior coach

This piece here is really good.

 

[Mosby]

What's he giving up? Coaching kids? Involved with Team Canada or whatever. We are talking NHL HC'ing job here. I expect he would jump at the chance. Hell, he would even pay for his own plane ticket just to get an interview.

The biggest thing is the chance to put together the Canadian Olympic team.

That sounds more appealing than assistant coach of the Coyotes.

Head coach, different story.

 

[Mangosteen]

Hmm, I am getting excited for Tourigny. Could be a great fit so next week we will announce Gretz is coming back to coach

 

[RABBIT]

All signs point to Tourigny now, hope this is the right move. If true, bummed for Nelson. Hope he gets a chance to show what he can do. That said, Marks and Friedman believe this would be an excellent hire for our young players.

 

[Heldig]

Playing Devils advocate...

Tournigy hasn't always been successful. His 384-357-20-66 record in the Q doesn't stand out as being that great. 452 win percentage.

Although I have zero knowledge on who was on Rouyn Noranda 15 years ago but he was the GM so that does fall on him as well. Don't know what the Halifax team was like in 2016...

Resigned from the Avs as an assistant to become a HC. Didn't happen, then was signed and fired after 1 season as an assistant with the Sens.

He's had a great 2 year run with the 67s that's been followed up with cushy Team Canada jobs.

Seems like more of a gamble compared to Nelson who has an extensive resume working with pro's.

Rouyn-Noranda Huskies 2006-07 roster and scoring statistics at hockeydb.com

no recognizable names.

 

[rt]

Andre Tourigny spends the week in Arizona to meet the leaders of the #Coyotes

Talks are going well for the head coach position

Don't be surprised if Benoit Groulx accompanies Tourigny as Assistant Ent in the desert the two are good friends

 

[Grimes]

Dream scenario

 

[The Feckless Puck]

Don't be surprised if Benoit Groulx accompanies Tourigny as Assistant Ent in the desert the two are good friends

Tourigny AND Groulx?

@rt, if this happens, you need to throw a party and we'll all stop in and toast your good luck.

 

[Jakey53]

‎31 Thoughts: The Podcast: Patiocast on Apple Podcasts

16:10 mark.

Marek and Friedman believe Tourigny is the favorite. But they mention it’s really hard to get anything out of AZ (wow, what a change! Never thought we’d hear those words).

Didn't they also say it was MVR's job if he wanted it?

 

[Jakey53]

The biggest thing is the chance to put together the Canadian Olympic team.

That sounds more appealing than assistant coach of the Coyotes.

Head coach, different story.

Who cares about the Canadian Olympic team? Canadians are the only ones. Anything associated with the NHL is multiple times more important than a shitty tournament.

 

[RABBIT]

Okay a blue checkmark says Tourigny and Groulx, I’m liking the sound of that