Although I do not see Brunette back as a head coach, I wouldn't be shocked at all if they retained him as an associate coach. That all depends on who they've targeted as a head coach, but he was valuable in many ways for the forwards and the offensive game. I think the head office had a problem with how they defended and how a few of their defensemen regressed over the season. Brunette couldn't really figure out that part of the game, hence why he feels he may not be ready for a head coaching gig. I think the GM agrees, but doesn't want to get rid of Brunette entirely.
This will be interesting to watch. I wonder if Tortorella is a potential target. I just don't see someone like Trotz fitting in well with this roster.
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