blocker Posted February 8, 2017 Share Posted February 8, 2017 I watched the Montreal-Oiler game the other day. From the outset, Instead of taking the initiative, Therrien's moves were obviously made by reactions to Connor McDavid's shifts on the ice. Even in OT, Therrien's choice of players in the 3 on 3, depended upon McDavid. McDavid dictated Montreal's lineup, even when he wasn't on the ice. Canadiens still have a good record, but they're in trouble. And, I think Therrien is the main reason. Defense should be a focus, not an obsession. His benchings of Subban, the jerking around of youngsters like Galchenyuk, and the uncertain line pairings are indications of his ineptitude. Stellar goaltenders hide the shortcomings of coaches. Therrien should give Price part of his paycheck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hf101 Posted February 9, 2017 Share Posted February 9, 2017 It looks like Bergevin might doing some groundwork for coaching return of Julien . He met with Pacioretty, Price and Weber on Wednesday without Therrien present and later met with Therrien, without the players according to reports. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hf101 Posted February 14, 2017 Share Posted February 14, 2017 On 2/9/2017 at 10:57 AM, hf101 said: It looks like Bergevin might doing some groundwork for coaching return of Julien . He met with Pacioretty, Price and Weber on Wednesday without Therrien present and later met with Therrien, without the players according to reports. Heh, I guess these reports were correct. Therrien out Julien in as head coach. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruxpin Posted February 14, 2017 Share Posted February 14, 2017 2 minutes ago, hf101 said: Heh, I guess these reports were correct. Therrien out Julien in as head coach. I'm not a fan of Julien, but that's an upgrade. I cannot stand Therrien and think he's simply a horrible coach. Let's see what Julien can do. (Now I'm kind of glad that 3 different people have turned me down on a trade involving Price) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J0e Th0rnton Posted February 14, 2017 Share Posted February 14, 2017 ABOUT TIME. Jesus. Julien was complaining on the bruins that he did not have enough skill players, and now he will get skill players and use them more effectively than Therrien, who demanded they all play like grinders. "WE ARE A GRINDING TEAM! ACCEPT IT!!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FD19372 Posted February 14, 2017 Share Posted February 14, 2017 Therrien should have been French Toast a long time ago. His teams consistently underachieve. Julien will get them, at the very least, to buy into a good, solid defensive system. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yave1964 Posted February 14, 2017 Share Posted February 14, 2017 GREAT move for the Habs. This could get interesting. To me, the perfect playoff matchup has always involved original six clubs, now, can you imagine the Bruins V Montreal? Every whistle the camera will pan to Julien. No pressure Claude, lol. Like a lot of folk I am not a huge fan but Therrien is not a good coach, his Franco-ness kept him employed until someone better came along. Maybe if Quebec gets an expansion team or the Isles become the Nordiques he will get another shot...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jammer2 Posted February 15, 2017 Share Posted February 15, 2017 I think Price either just didn't like Therrien or lost confidence in him, either way, I think Carey had a great deal to do with this move. Julien a former Spits great has a good shot at taking the Habs deep into the playoffs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blocker Posted February 15, 2017 Author Share Posted February 15, 2017 " I think Carey had a great deal to do with this move. " I hadn't thought about that. It'll be interesting to see how Price reacts. I'd love to know what was said at Bergevin's meeting with his core players. Not to mention what was said between Bergevin and Geoff Molson. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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WordsOfWisdom Posted February 15, 2017 Share Posted February 15, 2017 14 hours ago, hf101 said: Heh, I guess these reports were correct. Therrien out Julien in as head coach. Just like the use of the Nitro button in the movie Fast and the Furious, the "FIRE COACH" boost has to be used at just the right time during a season for maximum effect. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hf101 Posted February 15, 2017 Share Posted February 15, 2017 2 minutes ago, WordsOfWisdom said: Just like the use of the Nitro button in the movie Fast and the Furious, the "FIRE COACH" boost has to be used at just the right time during a season for maximum effect. Ah, the Lamoriello strategy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BluPuk Posted February 15, 2017 Share Posted February 15, 2017 I guess everybody gets two chances in Montreal...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
radoran Posted February 15, 2017 Share Posted February 15, 2017 7 minutes ago, BluPuk said: I guess everybody gets two chances in Montreal...... I think you mean deux chances Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaGreatGazoo Posted February 15, 2017 Share Posted February 15, 2017 I posted this in the shoutbox, but the last time he was fired mid-season, the Pens won the Cup..so, I guess MTL ends their Cup drought, right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BluPuk Posted February 15, 2017 Share Posted February 15, 2017 3 hours ago, radoran said: I think you mean deux chances Oui.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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notfondajane Posted February 24, 2017 Share Posted February 24, 2017 On 2/14/2017 at 6:21 PM, yave1964 said: GREAT move for the Habs. This could get interesting. To me, the perfect playoff matchup has always involved original six clubs, now, can you imagine the Bruins V Montreal? Every whistle the camera will pan to Julien. No pressure Claude, lol. Like a lot of folk I am not a huge fan but Therrien is not a good coach, his Franco-ness kept him employed until someone better came along. Maybe if Quebec gets an expansion team or the Isles become the Nordiques he will get another shot...... Boston beats Montreal in 4 games! Lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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