I have so much to say about this... I can't wait for the remaining pages to read through so apologies if posted already.
To start, as likely a scenario as any, what if Treliving wanted a different coach that Ward. Knew he wasn't the one, owners never approved that expenditure. Not that they would sabotage the season but maybe it was a point to prove to them that they needed a top end guy..? As they looked discombobulated all season, Tre was going to Edwards and saying see.... Thus Darryl comes in.
I strongly feel this has been in the works and hope Darryl has been quarantining allowing him to be on the bench Saturday. I recall the Sutter's had beating the Oilers ranked almost as high as winning the cup. More of that mentality.
Regarding Bennett, maybe this group learned their lesson with Savard. Chose the player this time and will give him a shot with an elite coach, one that should fit Sutter style hockey, if not for at least increasing his trade value. Can you imagine Sutter turning Bennett into that touted 4th overall pick we've been longing for... damn
on the opposite take, with Darryl advising for Anaheim, I wonder what "Kiprusoff" types he has identified to cherry pick. Or maybe a Rackell plug with this recent chatter about a top 6 RW that Tre is seeking.
Or what players he would like to bring in from LA, ones he can trust, plant as seeds to get the current roster to get on board. Brown? Kopitar? (unlikely) but I can see someone on his side to help get them all on board brought in.
I'm so stoked for this. Can't wait to see the results.
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