The Unofficial Fire Ron Wilson/Ron Wilson is the Greatest Thread

[Wendel's Fist]

Wilson defenders, I'd like to hear your thoughts on this.  Not trying to troll anyone, but I'd really like to hear from you on what your "final straw" is.

I'm ready to let him go shortly after the deadline. If Burke can't make a trade that sparks this group, a change behind the bench might be the only way this team claws it's way back into the playoffs. I wouldn't bring Eakins up yet - the Marlies are poised for a good run - but, I'd have to give him serious consideration for the job over the summer.

That being said, I think he'll still be behind the bench until the end of the season, but, no longer than that.

I'd fire Wison yesterday and bring up Eakins now. That way, you'd find out if Eakins really has it in him before you start a new season. The fact that the Marlies are on a good run and the Leafs aren't, is all the more reason. Players get called up when they've done a good job so why not the coach?

It's not like we've got a lot to lose at this point. I doubt Eakins would hurt the team as an interim coach.

You know you want to agree with me so just give in. 

 

[Swede]

Wilson defenders, I'd like to hear your thoughts on this.  Not trying to troll anyone, but I'd really like to hear from you on what your "final straw" is.

I'm ready to let him go shortly after the deadline. If Burke can't make a trade that sparks this group, a change behind the bench might be the only way this team claws it's way back into the playoffs. I wouldn't bring Eakins up yet - the Marlies are poised for a good run - but, I'd have to give him serious consideration for the job over the summer.

That being said, I think he'll still be behind the bench until the end of the season, but, no longer than that.

I'd fire Wison yesterday and bring up Eakins now. That way, you'd find out if Eakins really has it in him before you start a new season. The fact that the Marlies are on a good run and the Leafs aren't, is all the more reason. Players get called up when they've done a good job so why not the coach?

It's not like we've got a lot to lose at this point. I doubt Eakins would hurt the team as an interim coach.

You know you want to agree with me so just give in. 

I agree start a poll.
It would be like a tryout
Or hire Gilmour

 

[bustaheims]

I'd fire Wison yesterday and bring up Eakins now. That way, you'd find out if Eakins really has it in him before you start a new season. The fact that the Marlies are on a good run and the Leafs aren't, is all the more reason. Players get called up when they've done a good job so why not the coach?

It's not like we've got a lot to lose at this point. I doubt Eakins would hurt the team as an interim coach.

You know you want to agree with me so just give in. 

I don't want to agree with you. I want the kids with the Marlies to get as much positive experience as possible, with the best coaching staff available to them - and that means Eakins stays there for the rest of the season. As far as I'm concerned, that's much more beneficial than maybe one round of playoffs for the Leafs.

Heck, I'd send down ever waiver exempt Leaf to the Marlies so they can be on the Marlies' "Clear Day" roster.

 

[Wendel's Fist]

Wilson defenders, I'd like to hear your thoughts on this.  Not trying to troll anyone, but I'd really like to hear from you on what your "final straw" is.

I'm ready to let him go shortly after the deadline. If Burke can't make a trade that sparks this group, a change behind the bench might be the only way this team claws it's way back into the playoffs. I wouldn't bring Eakins up yet - the Marlies are poised for a good run - but, I'd have to give him serious consideration for the job over the summer.

That being said, I think he'll still be behind the bench until the end of the season, but, no longer than that.

I'd fire Wison yesterday and bring up Eakins now. That way, you'd find out if Eakins really has it in him before you start a new season. The fact that the Marlies are on a good run and the Leafs aren't, is all the more reason. Players get called up when they've done a good job so why not the coach?

It's not like we've got a lot to lose at this point. I doubt Eakins would hurt the team as an interim coach.

You know you want to agree with me so just give in. 

I agree start a poll.
It would be like a tryout
Or hire Gilmour

No, the best thing would be to keep things as they are and have your coach blaming his goalies every night in the media.

That's how we'll get into the playoffs.

Elliotte Friedman even commented on it.

Otherwise, could you and Ron click your ruby slippers together to get us into the playoffs??

YOU CAN???...........OH BOY!!

 

[Wendel's Fist]

I'd fire Wison yesterday and bring up Eakins now. That way, you'd find out if Eakins really has it in him before you start a new season. The fact that the Marlies are on a good run and the Leafs aren't, is all the more reason. Players get called up when they've done a good job so why not the coach?

It's not like we've got a lot to lose at this point. I doubt Eakins would hurt the team as an interim coach.

You know you want to agree with me so just give in. 

I don't want to agree with you. I want the kids with the Marlies to get as much positive experience as possible, with the best coaching staff available to them - and that means Eakins stays there for the rest of the season. As far as I'm concerned, that's much more beneficial than maybe one round of playoffs for the Leafs.

Heck, I'd send down ever waiver exempt Leaf to the Marlies so they can be on the Marlies' "Clear Day" roster.

That's actually a really good point. Still can't stand Wilson though.

 

[proteus2000]

I'd fire Wison yesterday and bring up Eakins now. That way, you'd find out if Eakins really has it in him before you start a new season. The fact that the Marlies are on a good run and the Leafs aren't, is all the more reason. Players get called up when they've done a good job so why not the coach?

It's not like we've got a lot to lose at this point. I doubt Eakins would hurt the team as an interim coach.

You know you want to agree with me so just give in. 

I don't want to agree with you. I want the kids with the Marlies to get as much positive experience as possible, with the best coaching staff available to them - and that means Eakins stays there for the rest of the season. As far as I'm concerned, that's much more beneficial than maybe one round of playoffs for the Leafs.

Heck, I'd send down ever waiver exempt Leaf to the Marlies so they can be on the Marlies' "Clear Day" roster.

Eakins is the best choice to succeed Wilson, and has earned the chance. He has worked with many players that will be with the squad in the next 2 yrs, and seems well liked and helpful in their development.

Let him have a shot at the playoffs and experience playoff hockey with his boys frattin, colborne, Kadri, Aulie, and others that might help the leafs down the line.

 

[WalterSobchak]

I think they have to fire Wilson and make it ASAP.

Bring in Jacques Demers! At least he can speak both official languages!

 

[drummond]

I also believe that Marlies are important. If the Leafs decide to tank, then I would put as many prospects who does not need to clear waivers on Marlies. They may get a rare and unique playoff experience, not to mention the possibility of really long run. Such an experience is priceless and kids like Aulie, Kadri, Colborne, Frattin, Gardiner would only profit from Marlies playoff run. If Eakins can make them - lets say - into the finals, there is nothing to talk about. Hire him, bring all those kids with him (including Holzer, Mueller) and start rebuild 2.0

 

[nutman]

I think Burke is the only one in canada that thinks Wilson should still be here, maybe its time for bell and rogers too kick his arse out as well.

 

[drummond]

I think Burke is the only one in canada that thinks Wilson should still be here, maybe its time for bell and rogers too kick his arse out as well.

As far as Burke is concerned, this is not only about Wilson, the team is basically all his (with exception of very few players he got from previous management) and he must take the responsibility too.

 

[nutman]

I think Burke is the only one in canada that thinks Wilson should still be here, maybe its time for bell and rogers too kick his arse out as well.

As far as Burke is concerned, this is not only about Wilson, the team is basically all his (with exception of very few players he got from previous management) and he must take the responsibility too.

Sorry but I feel and have for a long time that Wilson cant get the team motavated, there for he needs to go. Burke can put all the top player he wants on this team but in the end his coach needs to have a system, not a one style for every team system. he neeed a coach that will adapt.

 

[moon111]

I don't understand why the Leafs don't play a more defensive system.  Are they worried a more boring system would hurt ticket sales?  Not only would I like to see Wilson gone, but a change in philosophy as well.

 

[KW Sluggo]

It seems that the ten game holiday is an annual feature of Wilson coached Leaf teams.
Usually it happens in October or November.

This year it's February. That's all.

Remember when Burke opined that Ron Wilson was our MVP.

E-freeking-gad.

 

[lc9]

How much longer Burke?  How much longer do we have to deal with Ron Wilson?  It is freaking ridiculous.  No energy in the biggest games, no defense, no confidence.  Ugly all around. 

 

[Strangelove]

You know the franchise is in rough shape when fans can't even be bothered to boo at the games anymore.

Wilson has been here about a season longer than he had any right to be.  How he remains with the team after last night's game--a nail in the coffin-type game if there ever were one--is completely beyond me.

 

[Tigger]

It's kind of weird, seems like most fans will be happy or satisfied in some way if the Leafs don't make the playoffs this year.

 

[maplesyrup]

Keep getting used to him gang...

For all those asking, there is no chance that Brian Burke is even contemplating a change behind the bench.
by JSportsnet via twitter 11:05 AM

 

[cw]

It's kind of weird, seems like most fans will be happy or satisfied in some way if the Leafs don't make the playoffs this year.

I always hope for the best so I can't say I'm happy or satisfied if they miss the playoffs. I was kind of looking forward to it even though I realized it required Reimer '11 goaltending and that might not be in the cards.

But if the choice is:
- grab a little help to squeak in (or fall short) and probably get swept by the Rangers/top club in the 1st round
or
- sell off some assets to grab good young talent which will get us a step closer to truly contending

I'll go with the latter.

The minute the Leafs get into the playoffs, the next question will be: when will the Leafs contend for a Cup. I see the latter option as a better step in that direction that will get them there sooner.

 

[cw]

Keep getting used to him gang...

For all those asking, there is no chance that Brian Burke is even contemplating a change behind the bench.
by JSportsnet via twitter 11:05 AM

That doesn't surprise me in the least. Wilson is very likely going to finish the season.

I do think Wilson is right in that the trade rumours got to his club. It happened with the Lindros rumours in '01 and that club had a lot more veterans. That's the tough part playing for Burke - a player knows he likes to make trades. Add in the Toronto media and it's bound to get to some players.

 

[Tigger]

It's kind of weird, seems like most fans will be happy or satisfied in some way if the Leafs don't make the playoffs this year.

I always hope for the best so I can't say I'm happy or satisfied if they miss the playoffs. I was kind of looking forward to it even though I realized it required Reimer '11 goaltending and that might not be in the cards.

But if the choice is:
- grab a little help to squeak in (or fall short) and probably get swept by the Rangers/top club in the 1st round
or
- sell off some assets to grab good young talent which will get us a step closer to truly contending

I'll go with the latter.

The minute the Leafs get into the playoffs, the next question will be: when will the Leafs contend for a Cup. I see the latter option as a better step in that direction that will get them there sooner.

Yeah, me too, hope no-one thought that was a knock or anything either as I include myself somewhat in the 'satisfied' category even if it means they have a disappointing finish this year ( I'd love to see them in the playoffs and always root for them but if it means a step closer, as you say, to truly contending then I'm ok with it ).

Also, it would surely mean Wilson is gone and that has to make some people a little bit happy or satisfied.