As much as it pains me to say this, the sooner they realize this team isn't going anywhere this season, the better. The only reason playoffs aren't completely out of the picture is because the Pacific division is terrible. If we were 10+ points out of the playoffs (like we should be), it would be much more clear IMO.
Sit/trade some of the struggling veterans, and start some of the younger guys and see what they can do. Basically, rebuild hockey circa 13/14. With such little turnover in the roster from last year, I get the sense the same guys are trying to do the exact same thing and its not getting them the same results. This is causing frustration and poor play. Better to get some new blood in there who play with energy and aren't afraid to make mistakes because they don't know any better. Bob will have to adjust his strategy but that's what he's paid to do.
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