Martin St-Louis Breaks Silence on Gerard Gallant Rumors and Potential New Coaching Hire
In a press conference, Montreal Canadiens head coach Martin St-Louis broke his silence on the rumor involving Gerard Gallant.
Just moments ago, he was questioned on one of the topics that sparked significant reactions in recent hours, and let's just say his response was very clear, even if he showed a cautious openness.
Martin St-Louis is open to all options for his coaching staff but denies the recent circulating rumor
Here's the exact exchange:
Clearly, if you needed one, you would have one, but is that something you've thought about and might consider someday?»
- Journalist
And the head coach's response:
- Martin St-Louis
It seems he is open to all options and considering certain possibilities, but that doesn't necessarily mean he's on the verge of bringing in additional support behind the bench.
Thinking about something and making it official are two very different things.
In the past few hours, the rumor has been denied by Kent Hughes, Gerard Gallant, and now by Martin St-Louis.
The exchange happens around the 16th minute of the following press conference:
Still, we commend the boldness of putting out such a story, knowing it would stir up so much talk.
| POLL | ||
NOVEMBRE 13 | 1675 ANSWERS Martin St-Louis Breaks Silence on Gerard Gallant Rumors and Potential New Coaching Hire Do you believe Martin St-Louis should hire an experienced assistant? | ||
| Yes, Gerard Gallant | 1076 | 64.2 % |
| Yes, Bob Hartley | 226 | 13.5 % |
| Yes, another name | 259 | 15.5 % |
| No | 114 | 6.8 % |
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