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Originally Posted by Cali Panthers Fan
I don't get all the complaints about his press conference. Have none of you ever spoken with someone who is high up in corporate structure? They all talk like that, and they are all highly protective of the organization. What the hell did you expect?
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The ability to read the temperature of the fan base and respond accordingly.
And honestly, it isn't that hard.
He was trying to put forth an optimistic view instead it came across as tone-deaf, arrogant and out of touch with what is going on.
The guy sitting next to him understood what tone to strike: honesty and humility.
As an example, when you have just gone through a season with the worst tending in the league, no one wants to hear about your Vezina caliber goalie.