I think it is becoming clear Bob caught lightning in a bottle last year. Not saying he didn't deserve a huge part of the credit, but I think a lot of moving pieces broke his way and this year they are not.
That is not to say he is not a good coach. He is, but I think a lot of things he tried and worked like goalie switching isn't, and really I think he is stuck. Much like Patrick Roy in Colorado. I have a feeling this season, and next will mirror Colorado with Bob as coach.
As weird as it sounds I don't think he is the sole issue. I just think for whatever reason things are not working, and he has no idea or options left. Maybe best to ride him to a top 3 pick this year, replace him next off season and start new.
I just think this team is so disjointed for some reason and like just about everyone can't figure out why. However, I would hate for us to repeat the Brent Sutter mistake and dig in on the coach for a few more years.
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