Craig Button Rips Darryl Sutter for Choosing Ritchie in Shootout During Crucial Game
The Calgary Flames didn't have the season they thought they would have. After making big acquisitions, they were certain to have a great year, but that's not what happened.
After many players spoke out about the head coach throughout the year, it seems he's finally received his final
blow; they're mathematically eliminated from the post-season.
blow; they're mathematically eliminated from the post-season.
One key factor contributing to the Flames' failure to secure a playoff spot was Sutter's questionable decision-making, specifically during a critical shootout.
He chose Nick Ritchie for the shootout instead of top scorer Tyler Toffoli.
Darryl Sutter Under Fire for Choosing Ritchie in Shootout During Crucial Game
Craig Button, a well-respected analyst, didn't hold back when discussing Sutter's choices during the season:
"Top coach didn't have a good season, top goaltender didn't have a good season, you have top forwards that didn't have good seasons. Well, let's not be surprised here that the Calgary Flames didn't have a good season."
Sutter isn't the only one to blame, but he failed to guide the players to success.
Do you think he'll be fired?
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| Yes | 885 | 79.2 % |
| No | 233 | 20.8 % |
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