Once Again: Winds of Change…
I hear it again, and not just from Sens fans, but from more than one source. I was in Pittsburgh Friday night and was impressed, but still not sold…..Saturday night I convinced my friend who was traveling with me to go to Boston, and there it was – another disappointment. I normally do not go out of town to watch the team - I am a season ticket holder, but I had a completely free weekend and thought I would just go for it. Boston is a beautiful city and I hope to return very soon.
Now, for some updates:
Redden – Out for awhile, to say the least – I think this is a smart move on his part…his game is clearly not there and groin injuries need time to heal. I have heard 3-5 weeks….I also had someone say only 1-2 weeks….its really up in the air.
House Cleaning:
I have heard it all lately, not only is this team a mess, so is the organization. I think if they are to swing a deal, it will be by Thursday. However, I am also told that Murray and staff may be on there way out before then……really when it comes to management, its hard to get information. I do think Murrays time was up LAST JANUARY….that is when I noticed that he really is not a good coach.....but a good GM.
Believe it or not, I have heard rumours about who is replacement will be, and if it were to happen, I don’t know where I would stand.
I have heard John Muckler may be an interim coach, not to mention John Paddock…..but I don’t think either would be a good fit.
Players on the watch:
With Redden out, it makes it really difficult to trade a starting D-Man but calling up Malec or moving him may be an option.
I have heard in trade rumours:
Phillips, Schubert, Volch, Hamel, Vermette, Kelly and Schaefer. Not to mention, some prospects like Malec, Bois, Guard or Glass…..
In return, here are some names I have been given:
S. Doan – You may lose Vermette and a High Prospect/Pick, but he is someone who can shake it up - the only problem is that he is an UFA at the end of the year I believe.
S. Horcoff – I have heard Phillips or Volch and a Prospect/Pick
S. Barnes, C. Conroy – A pick and/or prospect(s)
One last note, I listen and am a big supporter of the Team 1200, but really am sick and tired of the way they really only consider there own points and not ones of other callers or emailers……I do think some of the calls/emails they get are dumb, but people have called and made some great points, which involve negative or constructive criticism regarding the Sens and or there coaching, and 9 of 10 times, the post game staff put down or disagree completely with points that are brought up. I don’t know if they realize that they – on the radio – sometimes make some terrible points, yet they think they are correct. Just a point I thought I would make, because I really am tired of the shenanigans from them…....im not sure where I'm going with this, but I get really annoyed with some of the crap that they preach....not saying its all crap, because I love the Morning and Moron Sports show, it can be frustrating is all.....
Anyways, I wish I had more answers for you, but some stuff is kept really hush hush…..
Leave a comment with your thoughts.
- SI
Now, for some updates:
Redden – Out for awhile, to say the least – I think this is a smart move on his part…his game is clearly not there and groin injuries need time to heal. I have heard 3-5 weeks….I also had someone say only 1-2 weeks….its really up in the air.
House Cleaning:
I have heard it all lately, not only is this team a mess, so is the organization. I think if they are to swing a deal, it will be by Thursday. However, I am also told that Murray and staff may be on there way out before then……really when it comes to management, its hard to get information. I do think Murrays time was up LAST JANUARY….that is when I noticed that he really is not a good coach.....but a good GM.
Believe it or not, I have heard rumours about who is replacement will be, and if it were to happen, I don’t know where I would stand.
I have heard John Muckler may be an interim coach, not to mention John Paddock…..but I don’t think either would be a good fit.
Players on the watch:
With Redden out, it makes it really difficult to trade a starting D-Man but calling up Malec or moving him may be an option.
I have heard in trade rumours:
Phillips, Schubert, Volch, Hamel, Vermette, Kelly and Schaefer. Not to mention, some prospects like Malec, Bois, Guard or Glass…..
In return, here are some names I have been given:
S. Doan – You may lose Vermette and a High Prospect/Pick, but he is someone who can shake it up - the only problem is that he is an UFA at the end of the year I believe.
S. Horcoff – I have heard Phillips or Volch and a Prospect/Pick
S. Barnes, C. Conroy – A pick and/or prospect(s)
One last note, I listen and am a big supporter of the Team 1200, but really am sick and tired of the way they really only consider there own points and not ones of other callers or emailers……I do think some of the calls/emails they get are dumb, but people have called and made some great points, which involve negative or constructive criticism regarding the Sens and or there coaching, and 9 of 10 times, the post game staff put down or disagree completely with points that are brought up. I don’t know if they realize that they – on the radio – sometimes make some terrible points, yet they think they are correct. Just a point I thought I would make, because I really am tired of the shenanigans from them…....im not sure where I'm going with this, but I get really annoyed with some of the crap that they preach....not saying its all crap, because I love the Morning and Moron Sports show, it can be frustrating is all.....
Anyways, I wish I had more answers for you, but some stuff is kept really hush hush…..
Leave a comment with your thoughts.
- SI
posted by sensinsider at 11:59 PM
5 Comments:
With 2 of our next vs Buffalo, things could get real ugly....
Isn't Doan out with some back ailment? Don't want to get a Bertuzzi-like deal. I wouldn't go on a whole-sale trading spree just yet. Think we should start with the coaching staff and see what happens from there.
Vermette, Volchenkov, Fisher, Spezza, Heatley, Meszaros and Emery should be untouchables. You don't trade away your future. Everyone else is up for grabs in my opinion. I hate to say it but it's time for Alfie to be moved. I really believe that if Buffalo spanks the Sens tomorrow night then it could mean the end for a few players and/or management.
I wouldn't mind seeing Heatley moved while his trading value is relatively high. That guy can't skate and I imagine with age it will only get worse. Of course, I mention this only if the intent is to over haul the team. I think that it's too early for that though. Wait until it's clear they're not making the playoffs then make whole sale changes. I would be happy with a coaching change and a 2nd line centre for now.
As I reported - numerous times....lol - something big is in the works.... I've now heard it from all 3 of my sources within the organizations and all the major sites along with sports networks know that it is only a matter of time until we see 'BREAKING NEWS' on Sportscenter.
This season is not lost, not even close....they just need better goaltending and a spark to ignite the fire....
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