My only worry (if he slides into a GM-type capacity) is if he tries to make some sort of impression on the club early on and starts dealing some players that shouldn't be touched. Particularly Gaudreau.. I worry that Burke won't have the same patience/faith in the kid and will see other teams interest in his immense skill as an "opportunity" to make something out of nothing.
That's pretty much my one fear. I want Johnny to get the chance to make the team next year, and not be dealt before having that chance. There needs to be patience on Burke's part, if he's going to enter the fold.
Right now we need someone who can be patient, steady, and try to acquire as much as possible for our expiring aging assets. They should expect to make their impression on the team through drafting at this point, not wheeling and dealing and trying to make a blockbuster trade. It's all about gathering firepower right now, and letting the guys on the bench help develop it.
I prefer the idea of Burke in a Pres of Hockey Ops role, where he can make decisions on who's running things below him. I like the combo of Feaster (with Weisbrod perched on his shoulder) and Burke. It allows for continued ease on media relations, yet the infusion of some great hockey smarts to the club. Though they definitely should allow Burke some tampering privileges if he feels it's needed.
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