Posts tagged with "Kirk Muller"
Power Play Outage in Montreal
December 21st, 2016 On paper, it looks like the Montreal Canadiens power play should be really good. Kirk Muller, who coached the Habs' power play in previous years to top five results, is in charge of it again. The team can throw out Shea Weber and Andrei Markov at the points with a combination of Max Pacioretty and Alex Galchenyuk with Alexander Radulov...
New Jersey Devils Dressed to the Nines
July 16th, 2016 When one thinks about the No. 9 and its place in hockey lore, notable names come to mind. Names like Gordie Howe, Maurice Richard, Bobby Hull automatically come to mind. Now the newest member of the New Jersey Devils is hoping the number is "Taylor made," for him. Taylor Hall will join a group of great players who have also donned the...
Why Re-Hiring Kirk Muller Was an Excellent Move
June 3rd, 2016 When it was announced Thursday night that the Montreal Canadiens re-hired Kirk Muller, it was met with optimism and surprise. General manager Marc Bergevin remained loyal to his coaching staff despite a dismal season and it appeared no changes were in sight behind the bench. The timing of it was also quick considering Muller had just...
The Canadiens' Coaching Conundrum
June 3rd, 2016 So how 'bout them Habs? This past season wasn't the best for the Canadiens and their fans, but the hopes are that next season will make this one a distant memory. After an extremely disappointing 2015-16 campaign, Habs fans are left wondering if things will change heading into next season. The team struggled mightily from late November...
New York Islanders Franchise Turkeys
November 24th, 2015 As New York Islanders fans sit down at the dinner table with family and friends this Thanksgiving holiday, they will reflect on the past year and give thanks. They will also give thanks that these figures are no longer part of the New York Islanders franchise. http://gty.im/53130257 Don Maloney The long-time New York Ranger and...
The 2014-15 St. Louis Blues; Dissecting the Leadership Part II
May 11th, 2015 It has certainly been a ride for Ken Hitchcock and the St. Louis Blues. For the better part of four seasons, Hitchcock has been the man behind the home bench at Scottrade Center. In that time, the Blues have boasted a 175-79-27 record, which includes two finishes atop the Central Division and two times finishing second in the...
