Confirmed with Link: Jets Hire Rick Bowness as the next head coach, Arniel Associate, Assistants Brad Lauer, Marty Johnston

[leer2006]

I wasn't happy with his systems in Dallas. Even when they went to the WCF, I was left wanting with the talent that they had available. It's not a great hire.

Exactly, the Star’s were supposed to be a powerhouse. And they greatly underperformed. Yet some how our management thinks this man will be the guy who gets the job done?

 

[SCP Guy]

Wow this is a great hire …. TNSE knocked it out of the park!

P.S. I only did this so I can can say I’m part of the 1%

 

[rubikscube]

Now, not only will the Jets be bad, but they will be boring too. Good bye Scheifele, goodbye PLD. Goodbye Chevy. Goodbye attendance. Goodbye ever signing a star player Long term.

I had such optimism for this city and this team before Covid. Now both are going down the toilet. This city has never been uglier or more dangerous, especially downtown. Now, the only real reason to come downtown is decaying in front of our eyes. It’s only going to get worse, as people with spending money avoid it and the undesirables who contribute nothing overrun it.

The Jets should have acted a long time ago to address all the issues, instead of the stupid blind loyalty. Now it’s too late.

Well, happy “New Day” (thank you Forks). In a few years, the downtown will be empty after dark, including the barn on Portage.

Step away from the ledge Jesus ****

 

[Imcanadianeh]

After we didn’t get Trotz it was obvious most here would be upset if we hired a coach that was older than 30 with any head coaching experience in the NHL.

 

[Jet]

I think this hire makes a lot of sense.

What's been the biggest problem for the Jets on the ice? Their defense and their PK. These are the areas where he's had the biggest impact.

What's been the biggest problem off the ice? A veteran core that is dividing the room. So you need a veteran coach to deal with that.

I think of Bowness as the guy who transitioned from the Benn/Seguin/Klingberg core to the Robertson/Hintz/Heiskanen core without missing a beat. Seems like that's exactly what we need in the next two years or so.

Love this positive outlook

Exactly, the Star’s were supposed to be a powerhouse. And they greatly underperformed. Yet some how our management thinks this man will be the guy who gets the job done?

A powerhouse? In what universe

 

[Imcanadianeh]

Exactly, the Star’s were supposed to be a powerhouse. And they greatly underperformed. Yet some how our management thinks this man will be the guy who gets the job done?

At what point were the stars considered a power house, stop making stuff up

 

[gojetsgo]

Exactly, the Star’s were supposed to be a powerhouse. And they greatly underperformed. Yet some how our management thinks this man will be the guy who gets the job done?

stars were suppose to be a powerhouse? underperformed, they made it to the finals... did you forget the ?

 

[DannyGallivan]

Step away from the ledge Jesus ****

…

 

[surixon]

I think this hire makes a lot of sense.

What's been the biggest problem for the Jets on the ice? Their defense and their PK. These are the areas where he's had the biggest impact.

What's been the biggest problem off the ice? A veteran core that is dividing the room. So you need a veteran coach to deal with that.

I think of Bowness as the guy who transitioned from the Benn/Seguin/Klingberg core to the Robertson/Hintz/Heiskanen core without missing a beat. Seems like that's exactly what we need in the next two years or so.

Yeah, I'm at a loss as to where this vet bias comes from. He had no issue running his young guys. I'm sure Chevy spelled out what he expects in terms of youth integration.

His team last year was carried by its youth for the most part.

Not really looking forward to more of the same bad philosophy in terms of trying to turn this group into a defensive juggernaut instead of focusing on our strengths though.

 

[Andy6]

Now, not only will the Jets be bad, but they will be boring too. Good bye Scheifele, goodbye PLD. Goodbye Chevy. Goodbye attendance. Goodbye ever signing a star player Long term.

I had such optimism for this city and this team before Covid. Now both are going down the toilet. This city has never been uglier or more dangerous, especially downtown. Now, the only real reason to come downtown is decaying in front of our eyes. It’s only going to get worse, as people with spending money avoid it and the undesirables who contribute nothing overrun it.

The Jets should have acted a long time ago to address all the issues, instead of the stupid blind loyalty. Now it’s too late.

Well, happy “New Day” (thank you Forks). In a few years, the downtown will be empty after dark, including the barn on Portage.

Bowness might be a bit sad to know that he has just caused the destruction of an entire city for all time.

 

[WetcoastOrca]

delete

 

[voyageur]

Well there’s a few arguments to be made here. For starters, I would argue that it is not within the best interest of the Jets to attempt to sneak into the playoffs. There is essentially nothing about this roster that suggests they can be a cup contender with this core. The half measures of trading a few pieces and keeping a few pieces, combined with a coaching hire who will at best get the Jets into the 7/8 spot in the conference does far more long term harm than good.

Adding to the fact that Bowness, while a decent defensive coach, is as tough on young guys as Maurice was, makes this more of the same old stuff that that we’ve been seeing from this organization for years now.

And of course, maybe I and many others are wrong about this, that’s the beauty of professional sports. It’s just that this screams like another classic half measure from a org that loves them.

We all know that for the operation of this franchise making the playoffs is the break even point for True North. So that's the standard being set. Anything can happen in the playoffs. The Jets are a small market team, in a big league, making the playoffs is crucial for maintaining fan interest. A hard tank to get back to the top would run the risk of making this an unviable franchise, since some of the lustre of 2011 has worn off, as I don't think the Jets could sustain a Buffalo or Ottawa failed rebuild. Though our ownership is committed to date, even though reality is everyone is a little bit poorer these days.

As for Bowness not being able to coach young players, I'd look at the breakouts Heiskanen (26 playoff points as a 20 year old d-man), Hintz, Faksa, Gurianov or Robertson last season had under his coaching as probably overstating his incompetence.

I'm actually excited that the Jets are reconnecting to the 1.0 legacy that Dale Hawerchuk made such an impression on. And if we can get a coach or coaches to get his top pupil back to top form, I'm behind any move that achieves this.

 

[roccerfeller]

I think he is a better coach than Tocchet or Lowry

Going to be some boring hockey but maybe the defensive game works well for this group

And hopefully this is just a sign that the jets still want their man in Trotz and are willing to go for him next year

 

[fmrdh]

He coached a very mediocre roster in Dallas to a playoff birth this year with a lot of growth in the play of some of their young players (Robertson, Hintz etc).

Might not be a sexy name but I am ok with it. Not sure why everyone is so upset here.

 

[surixon]

stars were suppose to be a powerhouse? underperformed, they made it to the finals... did you forget the ?

Yeah no kidding, Stars were far from a powerhouse and have a number of aging deadweight contracts on the books. Seguin half the player he was prior to his surgery.

 

[Keystone]

Obviously Barry Trotz would coached the Dallas Stars to multiple Stanley Cups by now.
Is he gonna rip 55 a new ass when he doesn’t back check? Cause that’s good enough for me at this point.

 

[Jetfaninflorida]

uninspiring choice. way down on the list. jets seem to ooze mediocrity. 4 more years of mediocre hockey incoming. gjg.

 

[macmaroon]

Hey, on the bright side, at least it wasn't Charlie Huddy...

 

[nobody imp0rtant]

where did it say we are not still looking to trade wheeler?

Where did it say the Jets are looking to trade Wheeler? Beyond some pundit sticking his name on a trade list.

 

[WolfHouse]

I will file this under could be worse... willing to give him a chance for sure

 

[Imcanadianeh]

Makes a lot sense cater to Wheeler and sheif . Let them run the room. Don’t admit to any of the wrong doings and keep the same path.

Bubble team here we come !!!!

Let’s pick 14th again next year and get a 2nd paring dman to save the franchise!!!

Woooooo

Have you ever posted something that wasn’t completely pulled out of your keister?

 

[AKAChip]

We all know that for the operation of this franchise making the playoffs is the break even point for True North. So that's the standard being set. Anything can happen in the playoffs. The Jets are a small market team, in a big league, making the playoffs is crucial for maintaining fan interest. A hard tank to get back to the top would run the risk of making this an unviable franchise, since some of the lustre of 2011 has worn off, as I don't think the Jets could sustain a Buffalo or Ottawa failed rebuild. Though our ownership is committed to date, even though reality is everyone is a little bit poorer these days.

As for Bowness not being able to coach young players, I'd look at the breakouts Heiskanen (26 playoff points as a 20 year old d-man), Hintz, Faksa, or Gurianov had under his coaching as probably overstating his incompetence.

I'm actually excited that the Jets are reconnecting to the 1.0 legacy that Dale Hawerchuk made such an impression on. And if we can get a coach or coaches to get his top pupil back to top form, I'm behind any move that achieves this.

So your argument is, since it’s better for the team’s bottom line in 2022-23, you’d rather them tread water to the detriment of their long term success. I can absolutely guarantee you that most fans have grown frustrated with the middling at absolute best play of the past number of seasons. People want to see there is a plan in place. You don’t think if the Jets go full rebuild and end up with one of the top three prospect in the upcoming draft there won’t be a massive buzz over the team again?

The Jets are actually in an enviable position. Wheeler may not have much value but Scheifele, Dubois and Hellebuyck absolutely do. A young roster with a future may actually be exactly what the fans need to get invested again. Getting stomped by the Avs or the Kings or the Flames in round one will do nothing beyond lining Chipman’s pockets with that sweet street party revenue. And I suppose that’s probably his motivation so good for him.

If the Rick Bowness hire gives you a fuzzy 1980s feeling inside, I’m happy for you. I’m just gonna need a little more to feel like this team is worth my attention this year.

 

[howkie]

Boring... Jets really cant hire good and inspiring coaches...

 

[NA Hockey]

Yeah, I'm at a loss as to where this vet bias comes from. He had no issue running his young guys. I'm sure Chevy spelled out what he expects in terms of youth integration.

His team last year was carried by its youth for the most part.

Not really looking forward to more of the same bad philosophy in terms of trying to turn this group into a defensive juggernaut instead of focusing on our strengths though.

Bowness had a big part in developing and playing Robertson, Heiskanen, Hintz etc. The fact that he played Roberston (a 2nd rounder) more than Seguin and Benn and basically played the guys who deserved it, is great for the future. He will play the players who earn it nightly, not just who has been around the longest or who makes the most money.

I think he will force the older guys to commit to playing defence and fix some of the locker room garbage as well.

 

[Finnflash]

I’m not reading anymore of this until Tuesday