Casey 145 Report post Posted December 6, 2008 I was thinking today, and I think I may have figured out a way the Wings could improve their play, without changing the present roster. It would require hiring of 3 people. Simply, just put them in the stands during games, and have them essentially scout the Wings for the Wings. Let those three figure out how to beat the Wings, and then use that knowledge to improve. It's similar to an idea I heard on ESPN, but I put on one twist. Those three people aren't allowed to attend anything team-related except games. No clues from practice, no watching of film, nothing a fan can't see. That would insulate them somewhat from knowing what the team is presently working on, and give some objectivity to the analysis. It would take some time to work out, but I think it may be a good idea. If there's something not working the best, it may be that the staff can't see it as they're too invested in the action. Players can watch film, sure, but they still know what's supposed to happen during a given play and could superimpose what they expect. Someone who's very job is remaining impartial may spot a flaw when it's still easily fixable. Thoughts? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MaynardJKeenan 1 Report post Posted December 6, 2008 I'm available. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Casey 145 Report post Posted December 6, 2008 As am I. My football coach in HS did this, and it really works. You think you played a perfect game, then this guy comes up and says "Your ends were playing a bit soft, and your QB is taking an extra stutter-step to set, and..." It's painful, but it shows results. My senior year, we went 7-5. Two years later, in about year five of this program, we won the state title. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CenterIce 83 Report post Posted December 6, 2008 I would go for that job, too! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lets go pavel 2 Report post Posted December 6, 2008 Why pay anyone? They could just come on here after each game and get all the info they could possibly use about who played poorly and why! I'm kidding ... it's not a bad idea, although with the way they're playing most games right now I think the flaws are fairly obvious. Who knows, maybe they do this already ... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thedisappearer 291 Report post Posted December 6, 2008 That's a good idea. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shoe 165 Report post Posted December 6, 2008 Didnt Bowman do this for us last year? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KrazyGangsta 79 Report post Posted December 6, 2008 Won't happen because why would you do that ... there's 82 games to figure out what's good and what's bad on your team .... that's why a coach is there and that's why they go over videos and look at their mistakes and improve. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chunkylover 26 Report post Posted December 6, 2008 Didnt Bowman do this for us last year? That's why we're off our game! I didn't even think about that. Bowman left and Osgood forgot how to tend the goal, Rafalski forgot he was supposed to be responsible in his own zone, heck the whole team forgot. This all goes back to losing Bowman. That fink! Aren't there laws against nepotism? At least he's not helping the Blackhawks that much. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Casey 145 Report post Posted December 6, 2008 Won't happen because why would you do that ... there's 82 games to figure out what's good and what's bad on your team .... that's why a coach is there and that's why they go over videos and look at their mistakes and improve. Yeah, there's 82 games and a coach and film, but... With an outside advisor, you may be able to see flaws earlier in the season. I know I'd prefer to figure out what isn't working 30 games in over 60. If you only use a coach, you get sets of eyes that know what they're working on in practice, and other things fans don't get to see. An outsider doesn't know these, and can say directly that something isn't working. For example, say they were working on some new line continuously in practice. If you know how hard you've worked on it, often you're loath to say it isn't working. An outsider can take a look and see the problem without such bias. The film can help, but it still has some of the same issues as a coaching staff watching the game. The player knows what's supposed to happen. Let's say they have one particular faceoff sequence they're practicing. Faceoff win, to player X, to player Y, to player Z behind the net, wraparound to player A in front of the net for a chance. If it's not working, the player may still rationalize it as keeping the puck in the offensive zone, which is still a good thing. The advising staff may be able to see better that A is slightly out of position, and fix the problem. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Seraph 240 Report post Posted December 6, 2008 (edited) Hmm, maybe someone should send them and email and let them know the defense is playing awful and the goaltending could be improved too. Edited December 6, 2008 by The Nephilim Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Elshupacabra 0 Report post Posted December 6, 2008 That's what the video coach is for. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
