I love everything that Burke said both in the press conference and the sit-down with Pete and Pat afterwards.
My only reservation about what he said is also a bit mixed. He wants the bar to be raised - which is what he should indeed be saying, and I agree with it as I would never want anyone in management stating they don't want to improve. What concerns me is that the rebuild becomes a bit accelerated. I would HATE to have an 'Ottawa season' next year with the draft looking as good as the 2013 draft, and then taking a step down again. Or even worse - turning into the Leafs who look 'competitive' but were clearly not a contender, and look to be trending down again.
I really believe that this team almost needs a top 5 pick next season, and then goes on the upswing to turn into a legitimate contender for the upcoming seasons.
Other than that, I think every question asked was followed with a very good and honest answer. Everything about the players, the coaching, the culture, the draft - very good end of season press conference. Burke took a step up from what I thought of him. Really liked he stood up for Hartley - as he should.
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