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Originally Posted by Calgary4LIfe
What makes you think this?
I actually think the opposite, actually. Treliving has been preaching puck possession (and said as much in playing a part in his decision to let Hartley go), as well as becoming a better defensive team. He has also stated on more than one occasion that this team needs to get bigger, but adding the caveat that it needs to come with speed and skill as well.
Now, I don't know if Treliving knows Sutter, or if Sutter would ever want to come back to Calgary, etc., but it seems that he is a Treliving-like hire. I also think that he fits with Burke's philosophies as well.
Would the Flames pony up the dough to pay him? Sutter signed a (rumored) 2 year deal paying him in excess of 3 million a season.
Either way, if Gulutzan ends up being relieved at some point this season or the upcoming off-season, that means that the Flames aren't doing well. If that really ends up being the case, I would hope that they get a veteran coach who has experience in winning and has a strong track record. If the Flames are intent on being an elite team, go out and get an elite coach that fits the team.
No more Don Hays and Greg Gilberts. I am not saying Gulutzan is in that company, but he isn't an experienced NHL coach with any sort of previous success.
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My worry is that we wait too long and a guy like Sutter ends up somewhere else. Wouldn't be in the Flames best interest to be searching if only average - non suitable coaches are available. If I recall correctly Sutter himself has said he still wants to coach and is willing to coach a younger team. Would rather get him before....!