The biggest change needs to be behind the bench. Lalonde just doesn’t have it. He’s not the guy. I think Blashill may have been better and that’s frightening.
I’d be interested in Craig Berube but that probably means they work something out for Perron to stay and that in itself is not something anyone should want. He’s an ok piece on a cup contender but he’s done as someone you count on as a top 6 forward every night. They are already saddled with vets in Compher and Kopp that have underachieved and need to provide more. No need to keep collecting more guys like these.
Two years ago, they looked at David Carle from DU and chose Lalonde. He’s going to be an NHL coach this offseason. I don’t know if he’s necessarily the route to go either but very intriguing.
Goalie is tricky thing in the NHL. It’s an easier job predicting the weather in Michigan than figuring out who’s capable of having a breakout season. I think they can ride with who they have for the moment. Cossa needs to play though and if he’s moving East then he’s got to get at least half the starts. Can’t just bring him up to play once every 5 games.