Speculation: Who takes over? (New Coaching Search Thread)

[JacketsDavid]

You would have thought if the CBJ thought highly of Larsen that they would have made the switch at some point last season?

 

[Easternbull]

Antti Mäkinen semed pretty sure in his last podcast with Kimmo Timonen, thatJukka Jalonen was heading over the Atlantic next season to coach in the NHL, but not as a head coach.

 

[MissADD]

Antti Mäkinen semed pretty sure in his last podcast with Kimmo Timonen, thatJukka Jalonen was heading over the Atlantic next season to coach in the NHL, but not as a head coach.

Gallant as the head coach and Jalonen as one of his assistants sounds like a good combo!

 

[JacketsDavid]

Gallant as the head coach and Jalonen as one of his assistants sounds like a goof combo!

But why would Gallant agree to that? Is he planning on retiring in a couple years?

 

[EspenK]

But why would Gallant agree to that? Is he planning on retiring in a couple years?

Nah, just getting fired...again

 

[Double-Shift Lasse]

But why would Gallant agree to that? Is he planning on retiring in a couple years?

Jalonen’s HC doesn’t have to be in Columbus. He gets a shot on a staff in NA and maybe opportunities just present themselves?

 

[MissADD]

But why would Gallant agree to that? Is he planning on retiring in a couple years?

We all know Gallant has a 3 year shelf life. But seriously, with the job he did at the Worlds, I think Gallant would welcome him on his staff. They both did an amazing job.

 

[KJ Dangler]

Antti Mäkinen semed pretty sure in his last podcast with Kimmo Timonen, thatJukka Jalonen was heading over the Atlantic next season to coach in the NHL, but not as a head coach.

Ive said all along when Jarmo was talking to Jalonen late in the season that he would come over as assistant, which to me indicates that Larsen is going to be the choice. Alot easier to convince a first time head coach who your assistant will be .

 

[MissADD]

Ive said all along when Jarmo was talking to Jalonen late in the season that he would come over as assistant, which to me indicates that Larsen is going to be the choice. Alot easier to convince a first time head coach who your assistant will be .

I hope you're wrong, but you're probably right. I am sure we will find out in the next few days

 

[Monstershockey]

There is no way I would accept my assistants picked for me even if I was a first time head coach. Your replacement is already there. The players know this so why would they play hard for the guy knowing he will be replaced sooner rather than later. Plus, then you have to worry if the assistant is undermining what you are doing so he can replace you faster.

It also doesn't reflect well on the organization. It shows you aren't quite sure what you want to do.

Pick a guy, and let him get to work.

 

[LoneFunyan]

Ive said all along when Jarmo was talking to Jalonen late in the season that he would come over as assistant, which to me indicates that Larsen is going to be the choice. Alot easier to convince a first time head coach who your assistant will be .

Makes some sense.

 

[Kevo22363]

Ive said all along when Jarmo was talking to Jalonen late in the season that he would come over as assistant, which to me indicates that Larsen is going to be the choice. Alot easier to convince a first time head coach who your assistant will be .

I can't think of a worse possible outcome. If the team is rebuilding, it's time to find a new direction in philosophy, not more of the same. I better start preparing now for what's to come in the new season and likely at least the one after that.

 

[BB88]

Jalonen somehow in the system could be the best thing to happen for Laine

 

[Double-Shift Lasse]

There is no way I would accept my assistants picked for me even if I was a first time head coach. Your replacement is already there. The players know this so why would they play hard for the guy knowing he will be replaced sooner rather than later. Plus, then you have to worry if the assistant is undermining what you are doing so he can replace you faster.

It also doesn't reflect well on the organization. It shows you aren't quite sure what you want to do.

Pick a guy, and let him get to work.

Well, if they feel like they need JD to look over Jarmo’s shoulder I guess it’s cool to have Jarmo telling the new coach how to do their job.

Of course, the implication there is that we have people in positions that we don’t trust to do their jobs. Which is cool.

 

[Monstershockey]

Well, if they feel like JD needs to look over Jarmo’s shoulder I guess it’s cool to have Jarmo telling the new coach how to do their job.

Of course, the implication there is that we have people in positions that we don’t trust to do their jobs. Which is cool.

Having something like this go on reeks of what the Browns were doing after Haslam took over. It was ridiculous until his wife took a bigger role and started putting people in places and trusting them to do their jobs without interference from above.

 

[KJ Dangler]

I'm not negative on Larsen, reading about him, hes overcome some remarkeable things, hes a former player, and lets face it, most of the negative impression our fans have about him stem from the powerplay, which we can argue all day, but its plagued Torts everywhere hes coached, and been a huge weakness of nearly every team hes iced. I dont think the front office should be picking the assistant coaches, but it wouldnt surprise me to see Jalonen on this next staff. And honestly, hes head coach quality, its just a risky hire.

 

[KJ Dangler]

I can't think of a worse possible outcome. If the team is rebuilding, it's time to find a new direction in philosophy, not more of the same. I better start preparing now for what's to come in the new season and likely at least the one after that.

I think with Larsen we would see a totally different philosophy, while keeping some of the identity the front office likes. Especially if Jalonen is brought in as well . But I totally get what you are saying as well .

 

[Jive Pawnbroker]

If Jalonen were to be brought in as an assistant, what would his focus be, forwards or defensemen? Hopefully someone a lot more knowledgeable about the guy than me would have some insight here.

 

[KJ Dangler]

Throwing this out there as well ...

 

[Iron Balls McGinty]

If Bob Hartley goes to Buffalo, I say we give Don Granato a look for at least an assistant gig.

 

[KJ Dangler]

If Jalonen were to be brought in as an assistant, what would his focus be, forwards or defensemen? Hopefully someone a lot more knowledgeable about the guy than me would have some insight here.

Jalonen would coach forwards , a defensive coach would need to be brought in

 

[Easternbull]

Of course I am biased, but the one thing Jalonen has always excelled at IMHO is getting the most out of underdog teams or getting players to accept their given roles for the graeter god of the franchise/team.

Coaching Awards and honours

head coach

• 
  Winter Olympics (1): 2010
• 
  IIHF World Championship (2): 2011, 2019
• 
  IIHF World Championship (1): 2021
• 
  IIHF World U20 Championship (1): 2016
• 
  Euro Hockey Tour (1): 2009–10
• 
  Euro Hockey Tour (3): 2008–09, 2011–12, 2018–19
• 
  Euro Hockey Tour (3): 2010–11, 2012–13, 2019–20
• 
  IIHF European Champions Cup (1): 2007
• 
  SM-liiga, Kanada-malja (1): 2005-06
• 
  SM-liiga (4): 2001-02, 2002-03, 2004-05, 2006-07

Assistant coach

• 
  IIHF World Championship (1): 2008

 

[KJ Dangler]

If Bob Hartley goes to Buffalo, I say we give Don Granato a look for at least an assistant gig.

Keep in mind the #cbj were in constant contact with Hartley and how he was coaching , as Yegor Chinakov played under him this past season

 

[CBJWerenski8]

I hope we hire Larsen. I just want to see the reactions.

 

[Kevo22363]

I hope we hire Larsen. I just want to see the reactions.

I already said that I'd have to re-evaluate the amount of time I spend following this team. Maybe Larsen comes in and tears it up, but I don't have any confidence in that.