[News] Patrick Roy New Avs Head Coach

[$ven27]

Originally Posted by LGA

Sherman was never a hockey guy, even before these changes there were rumours (and Sherman himself basically admitted) that there was a group decision when it came to hockey moves. Sherman is still a very good money guy, and that is likely why they keep him around as GM, since he has been pretty good with managing the cap.

I'm personally just happy that the Lacroix's are basically gone. It seems like the last few years the Avs were just their play thing, and wasn't treated as a legitimate hockey franchise. I think having competitive hockey guys like Roy and Sakic will be absolutely crucial if the Avs want to be a respected franchise again.

Yeah, I think with Roy back in Denver he won't allow anything but the most from his guys. Looks to be a solid sign of the future for you guys.

[d_phaneuf]

Originally Posted by Drake

Joe Sakic knows who Seth Jones is as his dad (Popeye Jones) approached him about Seth Jones playing hockey one time when they ran into each other. Not to also mention that Seth Jones is a technically a hometown kid from Denver. Not that means anything but still.

also the fact that he's African American in the US is a huge potential for growth and marketing for the sport

I don't see how they pass on that

[Erick Estrada]

Originally Posted by diane_phaneuf

also the fact that he's African American in the US is a huge potential for growth and marketing for the sport

I don't see how they pass on that

Jones fills an area of organizational need, is a hometown boy, and may be the next great US player. I like MacKinmon better but can't overlook that Jones may be a better fit for that organization.

[minnow]

I haven't seen this posted yet, should start some imaginations going!

http://www.nhl.com/ice/news.htm?id=672281&print=true

[NBC]

"I can't really heard what Jeremy say because I got my two Stanley Cup rings plug in my ear."

[SeeBass]

Well I don't wish him well the guy is a class one A hole

[Canada 02]

18. You learn something new every day: each team must submit a name or a list of names who can sign a binding contract on behalf of the organization. It can be anywhere from one to three people; usually the head of the hockey department and an assistant or two. So how is it going to work in Colorado? "You have to give a name to the NHL to say who is making trades and that's going to be me," Roy explained. "But Joe has the final say on hockey. I will propose things for Joe, he will make the final decision."

http://www.cbc.ca/sports/hockey/opin...spiration.html

[GreenLantern2814]

Originally Posted by SeeBass

Well I don't wish him well the guy is a class one A hole

A**holes finish first, sir.