IKnowPhysics Posted April 9, 2015 Report Share Posted April 9, 2015 Discuss! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darksabre Posted April 9, 2015 Report Share Posted April 9, 2015 I don't care who coaches the team as long as they aren't completely underwhelming or chronic losers. *cough*McClellan*cough* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randall Flagg Posted April 9, 2015 Report Share Posted April 9, 2015 My main worry was progression of younger players, but this recent stretch has made it so I won't be upset if Nolan is our coach next year, assuming that Babcock has no interest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabres Fan in NS Posted April 9, 2015 Report Share Posted April 9, 2015 I voted that I want Nolan as coach next year. Â My feelings are well known. Â I think he deserves and has earned at least one more year to see what he can do with a better roster. Â Now, I'm not sure how much better the kids are going to be next season, as they will still be just kids. Â Most have made great strides this year even in a crap season. That has to come from Nolan, his staff and to the few battle hardened veterans that we have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CallawaySabres Posted April 9, 2015 Report Share Posted April 9, 2015 Once these players and coach blow this whole thing for us this year, they'll go back to looking like the worst team in NHL history again - book it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PASabreFan Posted April 9, 2015 Report Share Posted April 9, 2015 I think I do. I'm coming around to the idea that this organization has to preserve at least a little of its dignity. They can't come off as total dirtballs. Besides, they may not be in position to be much better next season — see Murray's quote about hoping to be better while still being in the lottery — and it might just fit Murray's overall plan to have Nolan coach a second season. Finish the job of changing the culture and raising the kids. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris in Syracuse Posted April 9, 2015 Report Share Posted April 9, 2015 I want him back! He deserves it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IKnowPhysics Posted April 9, 2015 Author Report Share Posted April 9, 2015 I'm indifferent. Â On one hand, he was dealt some cards. Â On the other hand, we owe him nothing (short of compensation for this contract and a hearty "Thank You") and there's potentially better coaching options out there. Â Would I like Babcock? Sure. Â Would I be heart broken if that doesn't/can't happen and Nolan's here next year? Â Nope. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DHawerchuk10 Posted April 9, 2015 Report Share Posted April 9, 2015 I want him back for no other reason than it will piss off the contingent of Sabre fans I want to strangle right now. :wallbash:  The young guys are really starting to play well, and are really one of the reasons why this race to the bottom is even close, along with goaltending. I think Nolan and his staff have to be credited with that to some extent.  Personally, I think the bright spots have been so obscured by the overall horrid record and obsession with the draft, that it makes it almost impossible to truly judge Nolan's performance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
X. Benedict Posted April 9, 2015 Report Share Posted April 9, 2015 I want him back for no other reason than it will piss off the contingent of Sabre fans I want to strangle right now. :wallbash:  The young guys are really starting to play well, and are really one of the reasons why this race to the bottom is even close, along with goaltending. I think Nolan and his staff have to be credited with that to some extent.  Personally, I think the bright spots have been so obscured by the overall horrid record and obsession with the draft, that it makes it almost impossible to truly judge Nolan's performance. The only reason this is close is that Arizona is really bad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
North Buffalo Posted April 9, 2015 Report Share Posted April 9, 2015 I want Nolan back if he can continue to show that he can give young guys a chance (Grigerenko and Larson) if not.... the don't let the door hit you where the lord split you... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
X. Benedict Posted April 9, 2015 Report Share Posted April 9, 2015 I want him back! He deserves it. I'll tell you one thing, I won't pay to watch a Nolan coached team next year. Not doing it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taro T Posted April 9, 2015 Report Share Posted April 9, 2015 I want him back for no other reason than it will piss off the contingent of Sabre fans I want to strangle right now. :wallbash:  The young guys are really starting to play well, and are really one of the reasons why this race to the bottom is even close, along with goaltending. I think Nolan and his staff have to be credited with that to some extent.  Personally, I think the bright spots have been so obscured by the overall horrid record and obsession with the draft, that it makes it almost impossible to truly judge Nolan's performance. To "some" extent, yes; but I'd have a hard time giving much credit to him for that at all due to how reluctant he was to give Larsson and Grigorenko shots. If not for injuries and the modest trade deadline purge; Itruly doubt either would get duty above 4th line. He was forced into playing them (heck, GR still says that Grigs is on an emergency call up).  The goalies and Risto, I would be more willing to give him and his crew credit for their play here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carpandean Posted April 9, 2015 Report Share Posted April 9, 2015 Can we make a deal ... for tomorrow ... quid pro quo ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunomatic Posted April 10, 2015 Report Share Posted April 10, 2015 I voted that I'm indifferent because I want whats best for this team but I do feel he deserves another year with some better players. This year can't be pinned on him and the guys in that room are singing his praises so there's that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I am Defecting Posted April 10, 2015 Report Share Posted April 10, 2015 (edited) I would hire Ted Nolan as personal coach if he is not retained by the Sabres. Â I would like to make two points. Â Firstly, no matter what GMTM might want, it will be up to TP. Â Secondly, it has been reassuring to me personally to hear Ted Nolan speak about trying your best, and living for the present in the face of adversity. Â Â I think he is a good coach. Â I am not an expert. Â I will, however, claim as much expertise in judging a man's character as the next gal. Â To me, Ted Nolan is an absolute keeper. Â I am tired of the drama - the I will hate you unless, the I will not spend a dime unless, the do this or else. Â It is a team game, and even the boss is just a player in the game. Â When people say "perspective," they usually do so to claim objectivity, or even omniscience. Â In this case, it is just me, and what I think of the guy. Edited April 10, 2015 by Anna Akhmatova Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SabresFanInRochester Posted April 10, 2015 Report Share Posted April 10, 2015 WTF - the poll is overwhelmingly -- I do not want him back, yet the only comments are from the supposed 6 people who think he deserves another shot. Â I do not want him back and expect that they will land a better coach - Babcock. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Amerk Posted April 10, 2015 Report Share Posted April 10, 2015 I think he deserves a shot with a real roster. Â He has proven to get a lot out of mediocre Sabres/Latvian rosters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
... Posted April 10, 2015 Report Share Posted April 10, 2015 I'm indifferent, for the most part, unless he doesn't park this car in the garage properly over the next two games. If he doesn't realize by now that the fans should get what they want, and that he's been set up to give it to them, he hasn't earned Butkus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nucci Posted April 10, 2015 Report Share Posted April 10, 2015 I would hire Ted Nolan as personal coach if he is not retained by the Sabres. Â I would like to make two points. Â Firstly, no matter what GMTM might want, it will be up to TP. Â Secondly, it has been reassuring to me personally to hear Ted Nolan speak about trying your best, and living for the present in the face of adversity. Â Â I think he is a good coach. Â I am not an expert. Â I will, however, claim as much expertise in judging a man's character as the next gal. Â To me, Ted Nolan is an absolute keeper. Â I am tired of the drama - the I will hate you unless, the I will not spend a dime unless, the do this or else. Â It is a team game, and even the boss is just a player in the game. Â When people say "perspective," they usually do so to claim objectivity, or even omniscience. Â In this case, it is just me, and what I think of the guy. What is a personal coach? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-Daddy Posted April 10, 2015 Report Share Posted April 10, 2015 What is a personal coach? Someone who tells you what to do, like a wife. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sidc3000 Posted April 10, 2015 Report Share Posted April 10, 2015 WTF - the poll is overwhelmingly -- I do not want him back, yet the only comments are from the supposed 6 people who think he deserves another shot.  I do not want him back and expect that they will land a better coach - Babcock. You expect to land Babcock???? I wouldn't bet the farm on that one.   I would love to have him here I just don't see it happening....  IF they don't land Babcock then give ole Teddy another shot. I don't want them to bring in a completely unproven coach like Richardson. Let him stew a bit in the AHL to see how well he can coach. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PASabreFan Posted April 10, 2015 Report Share Posted April 10, 2015 You expect to land Babcock???? I wouldn't bet the farm on that one.   I would love to have him here I just don't see it happening....  IF they don't land Babcock then give ole Teddy another shot. I don't want them to bring in a completely unproven coach like Richardson. Let him stew a bit in the AHL to see how well he can coach. This one's tricky. Young(ish), first-time GM and Stanley Cup winner and hot commodity Mike Babcock? I bet Murray would rather have his boy Richardson. It gets tricky if TPegs wants Babcock and lays down the law. Yummy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoPre Posted April 10, 2015 Report Share Posted April 10, 2015 If McEichel is on the Sabres, I'd prefer a different coach. If the Sabres blow it, keep him to keep players going full throttle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qwksndmonster Posted April 10, 2015 Report Share Posted April 10, 2015 I'm pretty set in my opinion of Nolan: He is not a good line match-up maker, he is reluctant to give youngins a shot, and he's coaching hockey from 15 years ago instead of preaching possession. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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