"“This is a bigger-picture decision, and it's not just about a coach. Mats and I have ... (been) meeting with everyone from the chefs to talking to some of the players, and everything in between, and I just feel like there's some things that we need to change and do”"
"“Craig is a tremendous coach and an even better person. This decision is more reflective of an organizational shift and an opportunity for a fresh start than it is an evaluation of Craig.”"
John Chayka faced measured, guarded questions after Craig Berube was fired. Players were not consulted about the firing. Chayka continued meeting with Auston Matthews. Chayka declined to detail tactical changes he wants to see. He described the move as a bigger-picture organizational decision rather than an evaluation of Berube. Chayka said Berube is a tremendous coach and an even better person. He characterized the change as an opportunity for a fresh start and an organizational shift, while indicating that discussions have included a wide range of people, from chefs to some players.
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