I think there's a certainly a motivational role behind the scenes for sure, so I guess the question is effort.
Are they working hard? Yes/No
Are they working smart? Yes/No
Between Gaudreau's impasse and Monahan's injury the team didn't have a first line through the preseason, and I think that's catching up to them because the powerplay is sputtering, key players aren't finishing, and with that it's getting away from them.
As a result the players are panicking somewhat and trying to do it on their own.
Most of that isn't coaching, it's just what is.
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