miksteri 55 Report post Posted April 20, 2015 (edited) Interesting, toronto after him with a moneytruck? (any chance of mods changing the topic to "SJ & McLellan part ways" ? Edited April 20, 2015 by miksteri 1 MrazekFanBoy reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RedWingsRox 614 Report post Posted April 20, 2015 (edited) Mutually part ways. Babs has some competition on the open market. Babs will not be only one to help jack up salaries for NHL coaches. http://www.nhl.com/ice/news.htm?id=764211&navid=nhl:topheads Sharks and McLellan mutually agree to part ways SAN JOSE — The San Jose Sharks and Todd McLellan have mutually agreed to part ways. In related moves, Assistant Coaches Jim Johnson and Jay Woodcroft, and Video Coordinator Brett Heimlich have been relieved of their duties. Associate Coach Larry Robinson moved into his full-time role of director of player development at the conclusion of the 2014-15 regular season. "I want to thank Todd and his staff for their years of service to the San Jose Sharks organization," said general manager Doug Wilson. "Sometimes a change is best for all parties involved but nothing will take away from what Todd and his staff accomplished here over the last seven seasons." "San Jose will always hold a special place for me and my family," said McLellan. "I would like to thank Doug and the Sharks organization for allowing me the opportunity to coach at the National Hockey League level. While we both agree that a change is in the best interest of myself and the team, I'm proud of what we accomplished as an organization." Edited April 20, 2015 by RedWingsRox Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kipwinger 8,522 Report post Posted April 20, 2015 If I was Toronto I'd be all over McLellan and Chiarelli. If they wait too long, and put all their eggs in the Babcock basket, they might actually get him. 1 F.Michael reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
miksteri 55 Report post Posted April 20, 2015 (edited) What teams are looking for new coaches? Leafs, SJ? Edited April 20, 2015 by miksteri Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
frankgrimes 1,836 Report post Posted April 20, 2015 With the McDavid tag don't forget the Oilers. Koala will have no shortage of interested takers. Maybe even Boston if their new GM fires Julien. This is in the best interest for Todd Sharks are rebuilding and their owner doesn't want to spend . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
number9 3,297 Report post Posted April 20, 2015 What teams are looking for new coaches? Leafs, SJ? TOR, SJ, PHI, BUF, possibly DET 1 MrazekFanBoy reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
frankgrimes 1,836 Report post Posted April 20, 2015 Boston, St. Louis, Anaheim I'd things aren't working out this year Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WingsallTheway 383 Report post Posted April 20, 2015 (edited) Have to think he would be an option if Babs leaves Yes, I'm aware of Blashill's presence. Blash seems to be a good coach for development and maybe he is best suited in the AHL. If he gets paid like an NHL coach, why wouldn't he just stay with the Griffs anyway? Edited April 20, 2015 by WingsallTheway 1 wings4thecup06 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GMRwings1983 8,794 Report post Posted April 20, 2015 What teams are looking for new coaches? Leafs, SJ? Wings after the season, most likely. I'd love to have McClellan. He knows what it's like to win playoff games at the JLA in recent memory. 1 chaps80 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wings4thecup06 504 Report post Posted April 20, 2015 This is good for the Wings though and their chances of keeping Babs. Another premier coach on the market. Sad for Mclellen, but the sharks are a mess and have been for a few years now. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vladdy16 2,154 Report post Posted April 20, 2015 This is good for the Wings though and their chances of keeping Babs. Another premier coach on the market. Sad for Mclellen, but the sharks are a mess and have been for a few years now. See, I think this is the best possible thing that could have happened to him. He'll have greater opportunities elsewhere. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rick zombo 3,739 Report post Posted April 20, 2015 I think McLellan returning to Detroit makes all kinds of sense. Just depends on if he's still available after Babcock/Holland makes their decisions. Timing will be important. I think the coaching free agent frenzy will actually be more exciting than players. How crazy is that. 2 wings4thecup06 and MrazekFanBoy reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
frankgrimes 1,836 Report post Posted April 20, 2015 (edited) I can't remember the last team so many premier coaches have been available: Babcock, Tippet, McLellan, Julien, Hitchcock and maybe even the regular season magic man Budreaus. It's like the who is who of coaches the UFA list on the other hand is so damn bleak. Not one premier guy..I wonder if this is the start of more changes in San Jose i.e. Doug Wilson is next Edited April 20, 2015 by frankgrimes Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rick zombo 3,739 Report post Posted April 20, 2015 I can't remember the last team so many premier coaches have been available: Babcock, Tippet, McLellan, Julien, Hitchcock and maybe even the regular season magic man Budreaus. It's like the who is who of coaches the UFA list on the other hand is so damn bleak. Not one premier guy..I wonder if this is the start of more changes in San Jose i.e. Doug Wilson is next Tippet, Julien, Hitchcock? News to me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Barrie 900 Report post Posted April 20, 2015 Interesting, toronto after him with a moneytruck? (any chance of mods changing the topic to "SJ & McLellan part ways" ? No silly, Babcock is going to the Leafs! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amato 3,210 Report post Posted April 20, 2015 No silly, Babcock is going to the Leafs! And he's bringing Stamkos and Tavares with him! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
matt198913 932 Report post Posted April 20, 2015 Wings next coach Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
frankgrimes 1,836 Report post Posted April 20, 2015 Wings next coach Not going to happen although I would like it if Babcock walks. Koala is not going from one retooling organization to another Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
atodaso 279 Report post Posted April 20, 2015 I can't remember the last team so many premier coaches have been available: Babcock, Tippet, McLellan, Julien, Hitchcock and maybe even the regular season magic man Budreaus. Probably add Bylsma to that list. 1 frankgrimes reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mvanpop 98 Report post Posted April 20, 2015 Have to think he would be an option if Babs leaves Yes, I'm aware of Blashill's presence. Blash seems to be a good coach for development and maybe he is best suited in the AHL. If he gets paid like an NHL coach, why wouldn't he just stay with the Griffs anyway? I really think he would be the best thing to happen to Edmonton. They need a guy who can develop their young players... Basically all of their good players are young Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
frankgrimes 1,836 Report post Posted April 20, 2015 McDavid under the Koala watch out NHL western conference Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rick zombo 3,739 Report post Posted April 20, 2015 Not going to happen although I would like it if Babcock walks. Koala is not going from one retooling organization to another I find it funny that you have no problem stating that Tippett is going to be fired (something that is impossible), yet you have no porblem saying that McLellan coming to Detroit is "not going to happen" (something that is quite possible). Get real. Also, I hate to break it to you, but your beloved Beastly Bears of the East have some retooling to do themselves, and have just demonstrated by firing their GM that they treat their staff like crap, and show zero loyalty. Why would McLellan or anyone want any par of that? McDavid under the Koala watch out NHL western conference said someone 5 years from now, if Edmonton are lucky. 1 MrazekFanBoy reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RedWingsRox 614 Report post Posted April 20, 2015 They got rid of the wrong guy in SJ. 1 frankgrimes reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
number9 3,297 Report post Posted April 20, 2015 They got rid of the wrong guy in SJ. Mclellan wanted out too Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VM1138 1,921 Report post Posted April 20, 2015 I know we all assume Blashill would become the next coach if Babcock leaves, but I do wonder if it's really a good idea to replace a guy with a clone. If we need a change in strategy is rather go with McClellan than someone who will just be like Babcock in every way. Especially if him being tuned out by the players is part of the problem. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites