What more needs to be said? Randy Cunneyworth is a former Ottawa Senators captain and he was the epitome of perseverance when he led the team into battle night after night. The benefits of "bringing Cunneyworth home" would include his obvious ability to develop and get the most out of players.
The Buffalo Sabres have had the benefit of having him run their AHL team for several years and his effect on the franchise certainly was seen as plain as day this past season. Because of this, his intimate knowledge of the Sabres organization would be an asset as the Senators try to improve on what was their best season ever in 2006-07.
Other people being considered for the position are intriguing - while it would certainly be interesting to have Pat Quinn behind the Sens' bench, I'm not sure he's the right sort of fit. I'm sure that Brian McGrattan wouldn't mind Quinn coming in as he'd get more ice time - something I'm not against, of course!! Some have considered Dale Hunter. He hasn't been retired for that long and I'm not sure that his experience amounts to as much as Cunneyworth's. Would Pat Burns work out here? Maybe, but it looks like he isn't going to leave New Jersey anytime soon - with the respect that Lou Lamoriello has shown during Burns' bouts with illness, I doubt that Pat Burns is pining for the Ottawa job much. Having said that, he did say last night on a local radio station (104.7FM) that he'd certainly be interested in talking with Bryan Murray should he call...
Randy Cunneyworth has a history here in Ottawa. He's been through some of the lowest moments in Ottawa Senators history, it's time for him to participate in one of the best. He's proven himself in the AHL - it's time to bring this expertise to Ottawa.
Come on home, Randy!
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