I think that it is mostly Gillis' fault. Maybe 70-80%, the major issue is that Gillis failed to trade Luongo when the problem first arose. Yes it is a ridiculous contract, but you have to remember that there was a time when Gillis could have gotten a decent return for Lou even with that contract.
Gillis kept holding out for more value, but as time wore on and Luongos performance declined Gillis found himself stuck with Luongo. I believe that Gillis vastly overestimated his value and handcuffed himself and the organization into the situation they are in now.
Luongo is still a good starting goalie in the NHL, his performance the last three season has not been as bad as some people tend to think. However, Gillis should have pulled the trigger earlier on the Luongo deal and he would have Schneider at a more affordable contract now.
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