Martin McGuire does not spare Martin St-Louis.
A thaw all the way…
On 98.5 FM, Martin McGuire once again delivered scathing criticism of Montreal Canadiens head coach Martin St-Louis, the day after a humiliating defeat that left fans in shock. shock.
According to the descriptor assigned to CH matches for the Cogeco network, this thaw plunges the team into a negative spiral reminiscent of the worst moments of recent seasons.
It’s as if the CH had returned to another nightmare.
For McGuire, St. Louis’ failure to take advantage of the bye week to prepare his team is unforgivable.
They had a full week to rest, refocus and work on their shortcomings.
And yet, they returned to the ice totally disorganized, unable to compete. McGuire is right. A thaw all the way.
The commentator particularly insisted on the defensive shortcomings which cost the Canadian dearly.
“In the second period, after allowing the first goal, the second and third were disasters of turnovers.”
It looked like a junior team, unable to handle the pressure. »
As if a toxic atmosphere is reborn.
Beyond the technical errors, McGuire spoke of a heavy and heavy atmosphere which seems to once again settle around the team.
When you see guys who give up after each goal conceded, who don’t react to the coach’s adjustments, it’s a sign that something is not working.
According to McGuire, this situation is reminiscent of the Canadian’s dark hours, where the defeats piled up and the atmosphere became unbearable in the locker room.
It feels like the team has no identity right now. The players are not playing for their coach, and that is extremely worrying.
This media release once again raises questions about the abilities of Martin St-Louis to lead this young team in a reconstruction context.
Although players have often expressed their confidence in him, yesterday’s performance calls into question his ability to maintain a high level of commitment and competitiveness among his men whom he treats very carefully.
For McGuire, the responsibility rests on the shoulders of the coach.
When you come back from a week off and get crushed like this, there’s something wrong with your approach.
St-Louis must find solutions, and quickly, otherwise this season could become an ordeal.
While expectations were muted at the start of the season, this loss could mark a turning point if the team fails to bounce back quickly
The Canadian will have to prove that he can offer more than inconsistent performances, otherwise the discontent of fans and analysts like McGuire will intensify.
Is Martin St-Louis’ future as CH head coach in danger?
For now, the pressure is mounting, and the slightest misstep could well seal its fate in a market where patience is rarely there.
Talk to Martin McGuire.
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