Obviously Boudreau wasn’t Rutherford’s cup of tea.
These last few days, handled poorly for sure by the Canucks, may have actually helped BB in getting another role.
GMs and coaches and organizations and coaches don’t get along all the time, and those behind the scenes, know all of the drama. Difference here is the drama wasn’t behind the scenes.
With this situation and his interviews being brought forward a few days ago to the masses, and BB doing those 3 or 4 interviews he wouldn’t have to do (he would’ve been let go long before with most organizations) he’s gained more sympathy to the public and other organizations.
I think part of his emotion so publicly is certainly because he thinks it’s his last NHL job (and the surprise how the fans serenaded him)…again, this drama and his grace through it, may have earned him another redemption shot somewhere…where if he just got dumped 3 weeks ago, he wouldn’t have had that goodwill he’s gained.
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