06-14-2013, 04:28 PM
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#41
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Originally Posted by mrdonkey
If it were me I'd immediately appoint Weisbrod interim GM. At least then we wouldn't be leaving this critical juncture in franchise history in the hands of Fred Flintstone, nor would we be bringing in someone brand new with no knowledge or context.
Then after the draft, start evaluating other candidates.
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But I like Fred...
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06-14-2013, 04:30 PM
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#42
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Franchise Player
Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: Calgary - Centre West
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I want every presser that Shanny holds to include the phrase "This was not an illegal check to the head".
"In the 2013 NHL Entry draft, the Calgary Flames pick from [insert city/state], [insert prospect name]. This was not an illegal check to the head. This was a draft selection."
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Originally Posted by Azure
Typical dumb take.
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06-14-2013, 04:32 PM
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#43
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Franchise Player
Join Date: Jun 2008
Location: Calgary
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Originally Posted by Resolute 14
Serious? I actually find it hilarious that people get their panties in a bunch about King, then shoot their load over the thought of bringing in people like Burke, who would be 10 times worse.
Shanahan would be intriguing though. Unlike the other names, he doesn't have a history of being a me-first attention whore.
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I have no clue about Shanahan's ability - Bettman thought enough of him to give him a job, so that's something. I do know that I am convinced that the Flames are currently run by buffoons, so this can only be a positive... unless Kevin Lowe/Mike Milbury are looking for jobs...
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06-14-2013, 04:33 PM
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#44
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Lifetime Suspension
Join Date: Oct 2012
Location: Halifax
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Realtor 1
Shanahan would be crazy...I wonder if we could get nice break down videos of each player.
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Crazy in the good way or crazy in the bad way? Is this guy even reliable?
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06-14-2013, 04:33 PM
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#45
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Franchise Player
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Keenan is going to the KHL guys
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06-14-2013, 04:33 PM
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#46
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I'm glad the word is reporting and not reportedly.
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06-14-2013, 04:36 PM
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#47
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Makes sense from an industry standpoint. King being involved in the new arena is something I expected to see, focusing less time on the Hockey Operations side of things.
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06-14-2013, 04:41 PM
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#48
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Franchise Player
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: Calgary, AB
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Quote:
Originally Posted by nik-
I think the time left before the draft for a replacement is overrated. How long would it really take an educated GM to realize that we need everything and be able to run our draft.
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The draft itself probably wouldn't be an issue because the list is the list and you would trust your scouts, but making trades before/at the draft would be where you'd want someone who's comfortable in the position.
One thing with Shanahan is that he has needed to be very familiar with almost every player in the league over the last couple of seasons, so he'd likely be able to step in to the GM's role pretty easily.
I wonder if people might be mixed up on this and Feaster could be taking over as team president and Shanny stepping in as GM?
I can't imagine that they'd keep Feaster around if he was going to be replaced prior to the draft, even if they can't officially hire Shanahan until the Finals are over.
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06-14-2013, 04:42 PM
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Some kinda newsbreaker!
Join Date: May 2004
Location: Learning Phaneufs skating style
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Well Shanahan's current title with the NHL is Vice President of Hockey and Business Operations and Director of Player Safety
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06-14-2013, 04:42 PM
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#50
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What about Bob Nicholson?
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06-14-2013, 04:44 PM
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#51
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Scoring Winger
Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: Sydney, Nova Scotia Canada
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Does this dude have any credibility? Would be awesome to start fresh with the whole management team.
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06-14-2013, 04:44 PM
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#52
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First Line Centre
Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: Lethbridge
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Interesting that Dowbiggen is the only one saying anything about this. You'd figure someone from TSN/Sportsnet would know something if it was indeed a major figure like Shanahan.
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06-14-2013, 04:44 PM
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#53
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Let's be like the Oilerz and hire Lanny MacDonald and Joe Nieuwendyk!
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06-14-2013, 04:46 PM
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#54
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Who is Dowbiggin anyways?
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06-14-2013, 04:47 PM
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#55
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Franchise Player
Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: Vancouver
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Robbob
What about Bob Nicholson?
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I think Bob is probably pretty happy where he is. More job security and probably makes comparable or more money.
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06-14-2013, 04:47 PM
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#56
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Some kinda newsbreaker!
Join Date: May 2004
Location: Learning Phaneufs skating style
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Originally Posted by $ven27
Who is Dowbiggin anyways?
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Not sure if serious... but he was a former Calgary Herald and Globe and Mail writer.
Covered the Flames and even did some stuff on the Fan 960 for a while.
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06-14-2013, 04:47 PM
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#57
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something else haha
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Robbob
What about Bob Nicholson?
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He has a pretty sweet gig right now. I don't see it.
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06-14-2013, 04:50 PM
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#58
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Powerplay Quarterback
Join Date: Feb 2010
Location: London
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Robbob
What about Bob Nicholson?
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I would love that. The connections are strong and he obviously knows the city.
Lots of good choices though, and as Swayze states, he probably loves his current job.
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06-14-2013, 04:53 PM
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#59
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Franchise Player
Join Date: Oct 2001
Location: Vancouver
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Quote:
Originally Posted by miraisoup
Does this dude have any credibility? Would be awesome to start fresh with the whole management team.
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I don't often agree with his opinions, but he is very connected and established in the hockey world.
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06-14-2013, 04:56 PM
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#60
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Franchise Player
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Quote:
Originally Posted by dammage79
UPDATE: Shanahan and Ken King were just spotted in downtown Calgary heading into a meeting. Maybe this rumour isn't as far-fetched as once thought. From the same report as earlier linked.
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Interesting...
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