Jacques Martin is the new Canadiens Coach
Loading ...For the first time since another Jacques was hired, the Montreal Canadiens organization have put and experienced coach behind the bench. Now I’m not saying we’re going to win our 25th cup next season, but it sure is a step towards it.
The fact is that we have a young team and we need an experienced coach to control these kids, almost like a father figure. Forgive me for my simplistic comparison, but Carbo was like that cool uncle everybody has and Jacques Martin is well… the boring one. My comparison might be simplistic, but I think it makes complete sense, just picture them while reading the rest of the article.
Carbo with his wife
CARBO: The Cool Uncle
The cool uncle is typically well dressed and talks about the ladies like he is part of the boys. They are extremely cool and relaxed until you piss them off, and that is when the shit hits the fan. Cool uncles have a temper, and when I say temper, I mean they go all out! art of it is because they feel that they have an authority because they are older, but the truth is they loose that authority the minute they start talking about tits and ass with the guys. The funny thing about it is that everybody likes to piss off the cool uncle, just for kicks, so we trigger it just to get a laugh to a point where there is some animosity developed. I wonder if that’s what happened between the boys and Carbo
Jacques doing his thing
MARTIN: The Boring Relative
On the other hand, Martin is the boring relative who demands to be treated with respect. Nobody even wants to piss this guy off because of simply because of the way he screams at his cat and neighbors. These species typically command respect and making fun of them although is more frequent, is typically done in secret. Unfortunately, Martin is also known for coaching a boring defensive style, so prepare for a more defensive and unexciting style of hockey.
Well that’s it for my comparison. I know it’s borderline stupid, but whether you like it or not, it kind of makes sense. I really think that at this point, experience is key and that Bob Gainey found the ideal candidate for the job: our long awaited boring relative.
I say bring back Carbo. The man had an awesome tie.
The main problem with the Montreal Canadiens is NOT to make it to the playoffs; the team manages to get to the playoff series with their talent and luck alone. Their main problem comes AFTER: advancing to the finals and winning Mr. Stanley’s Cup. Unfortunately, Jacques Martin’s experience proves he is not the right guy for the job…
RosCo
I forgot to mention: Aren, I like your comparison “COOL UNCLE” vs “THE BORING RELATIVE”.