Quoting: jfkst1
Sullivan is the head coach. He is 100% responsible for delegating the PP duties. There is zero justification for Sullivan still having a job as the PP is so bad that is the ONLY reason they aren't in a WC spot.
I’m aware, hence the “Likely the former, which would be an indictment on Sully.” I’m by no means saying he isn’t ultimately to blame for the PP. He is the head coach above all and shoulders responsibility.
Who is to say that we’d even be close to a wild card spot under another HC’s leadership and system? This old roster isn’t exactly easy to devise a system for that works through their non-physical game and middle of the pack speed, while putting them in the position to compete against the high flying, puck carrying, young teams. Other than the PP, I think Sully has done a good job at doing that. The PP should 100% be fixed by now, but I think, out of frustration, people aren’t realizing that the grass isn’t always greener on the other side. Other than the PP, this team has performed well as a unit given the age and level of personnel on the roster. Even with Dubas’ cleaning up of Hextall’s malpractices, this roster still leaves a lot to be desired. I think Sullivan has more to do with this team being close than people give him credit for.
If Sullivan is let go in the off-season, then I wouldn’t be surprised. I wouldn’t necessarily be angry about it either. I personally just don’t think it’s the answer. A fresh and young guy, with a new aged mindset, should be brought in to run the PP. Should’ve been brought in months ago.