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Tennyson
Blamed him for what? Sure maybe his system was the greatest (even tho it got them 74 points without Eichel for half a season).
They can still evaluate effort and skill no matter the system... and Lehner.
I would take the reverse approach, if I'm Phil I tell the team they're on their own for this practice. Do whatever it is you want to do, I'll be watching from the stands.
This would make sense... however, they had a few years of game film at their disposal to evaluate the players strengths and weaknesses BEFORE the season started, yet they completely ignored it.
If Kane is traded there are only 5 forwards under contract next season... not counting Rodrigues.... honestly I have no idea what he's still doing in Buffalo. Why is he still here? Smells very tanky.
Everybody is just super comfortable collecting their Pegulacoin, an easy going coach they see as a friend, top rate facilities, low expectations, everybody gets to play equal ice time, no problem. Why rock the boat?
He's a pending RFA tho, not UFA. I'd expect him to be around and battle Ullmark for the #1 spot.
...and who's fault is that?
What is the one thing in common between the goalie, the defense, and the forwards?