Speculation: Who should the Bruins hire as their next Head Coach?

[Ladyfan]

Sacco doesn't "suck."

He's a good, not great, coach.

Who, to quote Mark Divver, has been "handed ten pounds of shit in a five pound bag."

He's done the best he can with an AHL roster.

Do I want Todd Nelson, Joel Quenneville (not happening) or even Misha Donskov (of whom I knew nothing before a board member posted their interest)?

Yes I do.

I wish Sacco well.

For his sake, after stagnating within the Bruins organization for over a decade, a change of scenery is in order.

I can see them bringing in a new head coach and putting Sacco back as an assistant coach.

I saw some stuff on Savard. I would love to have him back as an assistant coach running the PP. I believe he was a good Jr. head coach. He was a blast to watch as a player.

 

[UncleRico]

For pure excitement purposes and laughs I’d say torts but I’d go bruce boudreau otherwise

 

[GordonHowe]

I can see them bringing in a new head coach and putting Sacco back as an assistant coach.

I saw some stuff on Savard. I would love to have him back as an assistant coach running the PP. I believe he was a good Jr. head coach. He was a blast to watch as a player.

I would like to have Marc back as an assistant on the pp.

I loved Chris Kelly as a player. I'm not certain of his coaching acumen.

Certainly, I never understood why they had him coaching the power play. Totally antithetical to his skills and knowledge. At least that's the way it seemed to me.

As for Joe, again, I wish him well. But, would you really want to return to an associate coaching position after being an interim head coach with at least the possibility of removing the interim tag?

Were I him, and I am not, I would move on. He's been languishing in the Bruins organization for nearly a decade now.

But, that's up to him.

 

[Ladyfan]

I would like to have Marc back as an assistant on the pp. me too

I loved Chris Kelly as a player. I'm not certain of his coaching acumen. I totally agree

Certainly, I never understood why they had him coaching the power play. Totally antithetical to his skills and knowledge. At least that's the way it seemed to me. I also agree

As for Joe, again, I wish him well. But, would you really want to return to an associate coaching position after being an interim head coach with at least the possibility of removing the interim tag? I am saying what I could see happen...not necessarily what I would do

Were I am, and I am not, I would move on. He's been languishing in the Bruins organization for nearly a decade now.

But, that's up to him.

see above^ They don't ask me though so

 

[Igor25]

Sacco doesn't "suck."

He's a good, not great, coach.

Who, to quote Mark Divver, has been "handed ten pounds of shit in a five pound bag."

He's done the best he can with an AHL roster.

Do I want Todd Nelson, Joel Quenneville (not happening) or even Misha Donskov (of whom I knew nothing before a board member posted their interest)?

Yes I do.

I wish Sacco well.

For his sake, after stagnating within the Bruins organization for over a decade, a change of scenery is in order.

 

[Igor25]

For pure excitement purposes and laughs I’d say torts but I’d go bruce boudreau otherwise

 

[Igor25]

What about Rick Tocchet? His contract is up with Van.

 

[bp14]

You think the criticisms of Tortorella are unfair? That people can’t have an opinion of another coach because our coach sucks?

You can have an opinion about the guy, and I can argue it.

But I think those who classify him as a simple sideshow are proven wrong every year when another team hires him. Clearly the hockey world sees value in what he offers, at least for a period of time. Dismissing him like he’s a clown only is laughable IMO.

 

[GordonHowe]

Yes.

For shits, giggles and little else.

 

[GordonHowe]

No way it's Leach, Sweeney's not going to stake his future on a guy who couldn't even sort out the defense this year, imagine an entire team. People who think Sweeney brought him over from Seattle to groom him as the next HC forget, he wasn't hired from Seattle, Leach was in fact fired from Seattle and I'm sure was just thrilled that any team would give him a NHL coaching gig, I don't think he was hired with the intention of being the next HC of the B's by Sweeney.

From your keyboard to God's ears.

 

[Mione134]

Kelly won the Cup here so he is well respected by the Bruins brass.Could have used Marc here though with that powerplay.

Kelly would be fine if he was running PK which he excelled at. Not running a power play.

Savard was a great choice for that, especially since our pp was and is inept. But twice they didn't want him.

He'd still be a great choice to run it. But I think the bridge has been burned there.

 

[GordonHowe]

Good for you.

What is this in reference to, if I may?

 

[GordonHowe]

You can have an opinion about the guy, and I can argue it.

But I think those who classify him as a simple sideshow are proven wrong every year when another team hires him. Clearly the hockey world sees value in what he offers, at least for a period of time. Dismissing him like he’s a clown only is laughable IMO.

Not a clown.

I like John.

But, however many clubs he has coached, he burns out rather quickly with today's players.

It is a fact that he is one of the winningest coaches ever,

https://www.perplexity.ai/search/what-is-john-tortorella-s-all-EeiYD5ncQBG9VCSHZbdW0w

https://www.perplexity.ai/search/what-is-john-tortorella-s-all-EeiYD5ncQBG9VCSHZbdW0w

 

[Hookslide]

What about Rick Tocchet? His contract is up with Van.

I believe the team hold an option, if they want to exercise it.

 

[TP70BruinsCup]

No way it's Leach, Sweeney's not going to stake his future on a guy who couldn't even sort out the defense this year, imagine an entire team. People who think Sweeney brought him over from Seattle to groom him as the next HC forget, he wasn't hired from Seattle, Leach was in fact fired from Seattle and I'm sure was just thrilled that any team would give him a NHL coaching gig, I don't think he was hired with the intention of being the next HC of the B's by Sweeney.

Good point about the D. Regardless of injuries like I’ve heard said, who has he made better? Lohrei for example with all this extra playing time? Zadorov a better D-man than back in October??? Pass! Goalie Bob should be the only one back. I think the coaches have worked hard, but we need new voices and a new approach. Also if they trade Marchand and two assistants I would think the country club atmosphere is over and the new coach will reflect that. At least that’s what I hope. Hire someone who’s won in the AHL as winning a Stanley Cup in another city after you’ve done it is next to impossible

 

[MarchysNoseKnows]

You can have an opinion about the guy, and I can argue it.

But I think those who classify him as a simple sideshow are proven wrong every year when another team hires him. Clearly the hockey world sees value in what he offers, at least for a period of time. Dismissing him like he’s a clown only is laughable IMO.

Given what he’s done the last decade or so, says more about the hockey world than about those of us who think he’s a clown.

 

[GordonHowe]

I believe the team hold an option, if they want to exercise it.

It's been a taxing, drama saturated season in Vancouver (surprise) for Toch.

If he wants out, Philadelphia will certainly give him a buzz.

"I'm just here for the riot,"

 

[Mr. Make-Believe]

C’mon that was a Conan O’Brien bit on NBC.


Anyway, given Tortorella’s track record over the last decade or so, I can’t believe one would have to defend the opinion of passing on him as a legitimate head coach option.

 

[GordonHowe]

Sorry if I already posted these.

An intriguing non retread with whom Sweeney worked in the 4 Nations tourney.

No risk, no reward,

A secret weapon: Inside Misha Donskov’s important role with Stars, Team Canada | Dallas Stars

The Dallas Stars assistant coach is also serving on Team Canada’s staff at the 4 Nations Face-Off, and it’s easy to see why

www.nhl.com

Misha Donskov at eliteprospects.com

Eliteprospects.com staff profile of Misha Donskov, 1977-04-24 Montréal, QC, CAN Canada.

www.eliteprospects.com

Misha Donskov Hockey Stats and Profile at hockeydb.com

Statistics and Records of Misha Donskov, a hockey player and coach from Montreal, PQ born Apr 24 1977 who was active from 1995 to 1997.

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How an Anonymous Stars Assistant Coach Became Team Canada's Secret Weapon

You've probably never heard of Misha Donskov. So how did the 47-year-old become the only non-NHL head coach on Canada's staff for the 4 Nations Face-Off? By knowing how to send the right message.

www.dmagazine.com

 

[nORRis8]

It will be Jay Leach.

Business as usual.

I hope I'm wrong.

Likely.
He was brought here for a reason. To have in Cam and Don's back pocket if there was a need .
I'd puke if we went the Boudreau, Torts, Keenan etc route.

 

[GordonHowe]

Likely.
He was brought here for a reason. To have in Cam and Don's back pocket if there was a need .
I'd puke if we went the Boudreau, Torts, Keenan etc route.

I hope it's not Leach, go again, I have nothing against him. I just want fresh blood.

But the way they do things..

I would laugh my ass off if it were Boudreau.

Thank God it won't be.

I wonder if iron Mike is still coaching in Russia?

 

[KlausJopling]

I voted Sullivan. Mostly because he got a raw deal because of the Bruins terrible gambles during the lockout.

 

[PlayMakers]

Im not sure its criticism that he has an issue with. Well thought out criticism is rarely replied to with annoyance or disdain. Thinly thought out commentary is:
He sucks.
He is the worst.
He is terrible.

ok, say why. Anyone can say that, take some time and build your case.

That what I got from his post at least.

I don’t want to see Tortorella hired here. I’ve read a couple books on him or that included interviews with him and I don’t think he can connect with this generation of player. There's a reason he hasn't been successful in over 20 years.

I also don’t think he’s a good person. In the books, he openly talked about how he “mind f***s” guys (his words) to get them off balance. How he shits on them and shits on them until they stop being respectful and fight back.

I know folks want a firmer hand on the wheel but there's a difference between being damanding and being an asshole on a power trip. One garners grudging respect, the other bitter resentment.

 

[DKH]

Torts grew up as a fan of the Bruins, and he would not be afraid to go on Felger & Mazz.

One thing I am certain of - The Jacobs Family will accept this year as a failure but will demand a team to be in contention for a playoff spot in 2026. NOTICE that I said the Jacobs Family, as Charlie has to answer to his 2 older brothers who run Delaware North.

They can demand all they want and fire everyone but there are 32 teams and only 16 make it

Firing doesn’t guarantee anything and the first year is a feeling out transitional year - usually a 3 or 4 year on organizational overhaul

See - Detroit, Buffalo, Ottawa….how long it took Florida, Toronto, Carolina…..all these teams had multiple top 5 picks

 

[BadBruins]

I've asked this question before, but I honestly don't know why Jay Leach is regarded so highly? I fear that is the direction they will take. Fresh faced Sacco. Company man.

Tortorella is not the coach for a team going through a transition period. That much I am confident about. Might as well just let Sacco and co. run it into the ground for another year and gain another top pick.