Kp-Wings 3 Report post Posted June 15, 2007 http://www.detnews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/artic...0433/1128/rss16 Just saw this, and thought it was pretty strange. Coyote106, do you know the exact reason why he was fired? His regular season record is pretty good, and his playoff record is only one game below .500. I don't really get why he was let go. Of course, if he's gone, Krys Kolanos could be back! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
glasgowcelticwing 18 Report post Posted June 15, 2007 I was really surprise when I saw this the guy had a pretty good record with the Griffins, maybe the Wings want to place one of their own guy's in charge? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zata fan 40 6 Report post Posted June 15, 2007 Yes, really wondering what happened here? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Icer 0 Report post Posted June 15, 2007 WTF? I thought he did a pretty good job. Maybe the Red Wings have someone they want for the job. Can't imagine who, though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PuckMark 14 Report post Posted June 16, 2007 I'm probably biased, because I've become friends with Greg. But this sucks....he's had a great track record in GR, he's a super guy, and most of all, he's been a real mentor to the young guys (namely Kopecky, Hudler, Filppula, and Quincey). Obviously, the Wings want "their guy" in the job....but Greg definitely had his supporters within the Wings organization, including Jim Nill. Clearly somebody has someone else in mind.... I talked to Greg today....don't worry - he'll land on his feet. A man of his caliber won't be out of work for long. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
glasgowcelticwing 18 Report post Posted June 16, 2007 I'm probably biased, because I've become friends with Greg. But this sucks....he's had a great track record in GR, he's a super guy, and most of all, he's been a real mentor to the young guys (namely Kopecky, Hudler, Filppula, and Quincey). Obviously, the Wings want "their guy" in the job....but Greg definitely had his supporters within the Wings organization, including Jim Nill. Clearly somebody has someone else in mind.... I talked to Greg today....don't worry - he'll land on his feet. A man of his caliber won't be out of work for long. Good to know , the guy didn't deserve to be treated like that that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Coyote0106 2 Report post Posted June 17, 2007 "The Griffins announced the decision on Friday in conjunction with the Wings, who have acquired responsibility for Grand Rapids coaches under the teams' new affiliation agreement." That line in the article says everything. I thought Ireland was a good coach, and did pretty well with last years team, considering who we had on the team. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hank 0 Report post Posted June 29, 2007 "The Griffins announced the decision on Friday in conjunction with the Wings, who have acquired responsibility for Grand Rapids coaches under the teams' new affiliation agreement." That line in the article says everything. I thought Ireland was a good coach, and did pretty well with last years team, considering who we had on the team. Not sure how anyone else would feel about this (or the Wings brass themselves) but I'd love for them to bring in Gerard Gallant as the new Griffins coach. I loved GG when he was with Detroit. He's probably my 2nd favourite wing of all time. And I believe his coaching style is better suited for the A. He'd be a great one to have in the minors. Especially when you consider the relationship he has with Stevie and Holland. Might be a perfect fit. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Coyote0106 2 Report post Posted June 30, 2007 the GR Press just had an article saing they'd like to have the coach in place in mid-July. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rob the Badger 0 Report post Posted July 6, 2007 Any rumors on who the new bench boss is going to be? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
