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Originally Posted by Igottago
The thing is, people have confidence in prior track records. That is the case in sports and in other businesses. If a company is hiring a sales director they usually want evidence of a solid track record in that type of role. Ward just wasn't a confidence inspiring appointment as a head coach (again). And so far he hasn't done enough to dispel that lack of confidence. Sure, he could do better than anyone thought, but people can only go with what they've seen so far.
As far as deserving a year...I don't think anyone really deserves the role unless the results are there. This is the NHL, and the Flames aren't a young rebuilding team. Expectations are high, and you can easily burn through good years waiting for people to grow into roles. However, I do think Treliving thinks more along the lines you mentioned. Ward will get his full opportunity of this season at least. Whether that is the right or wrong approach..remains to be seen. But so far the evidence hasn't been in his favour. I honestly hope he turns it around the becomes the best coach in Flames history. We'll see.
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Agreed.
Here are the results thus far
33-24-4 regular season
5-5 play-IN/playoff games
Fireable?