A good first managerial step in another long career hopefully for Shane Doan.
Back when we had those season ticket holder meet and greets his seat was the first you came to ( at least this time.. we met the team upstairs then the team went to the concourse downstairs)
Anyway, I was trying to think of something to say to him.
In the course of my many occupations I came acquainted with horses and “ rain scald”.
He saw I was really trying and as we had to move along to the next player, he got up, moved along the line with me behind each player I was getting an autograph from, was acting like that was the most fascinating conversation he was having that day and walked all the way to the end of the line looking me right in the eye and talking about rain scald.
I shake my head and apologize to him.. I was a REALLY fired up star struck fan back then.
I'm honestly glad his reunion took this long rather than rushing him into a job. Shane got a world of experience and perspectives he can bring to this position, which will allow him to do the quality job that he expects of himself. Congratulations Mr. Doan, you earned it!
I just had a chance to watch the presser. As he should, Craig got the first question. What really struck me is that Shane really smiled up when they announced that Craig was asking. I'm guessing that Javier and GMBA are relatively new relationships for Shane, but it occurred to me like a very familiar 'I'm home' moment to Shane when answering to Craig. Your access to him and his trust in you Craig will again make this site second to none.
The title of your article captures everyone’s thoughts exactly. Let’s hope this is a good omen for the start of the season. Maybe you should check in at Mrs. Rita’s.
I met Doan a couple of times during the lockout. You could go to the ice den and watch pond hockey style games with Morrow, Marleau, Ryan Miller, Scott Hartnall, Biz was there...You could just stand against the glass and watch. It was incredible.
It was all very low key until Crosby showed up in town for a couple of 'games'. Word got out and this attracted a crowd around the exit door the players usually used. Sid never showed up at that exit door with the rest of the players, so the next day I went to the door other side of the building. Sure enough, young Sid, escorted by Doan, were sneaking out the back way. Doan saw me, did his embarrassed shrug, then made a 'shhhh' with his finger. I said "Caught ya!" and he and Sid just smiled and thanked me for coming to watch.
I'm so excited to see Doan back! Thank you for such an amazing article about this moment. I can't wait to see what comes from this.
I've always thought Doan is the kind of person that just makes people want to go that step further, work that little bit harder and overall believe in the mission in front of them. Need people like that.
Thanks for a great read. Short of bringing home the cup , nothing could make fans happier than bringing the Doaner home. Now we can start on the path to the cup because no Coyotes cup would have been complete without his name on it.
Outstanding article Craig.
A good first managerial step in another long career hopefully for Shane Doan.
Back when we had those season ticket holder meet and greets his seat was the first you came to ( at least this time.. we met the team upstairs then the team went to the concourse downstairs)
Anyway, I was trying to think of something to say to him.
In the course of my many occupations I came acquainted with horses and “ rain scald”.
He saw I was really trying and as we had to move along to the next player, he got up, moved along the line with me behind each player I was getting an autograph from, was acting like that was the most fascinating conversation he was having that day and walked all the way to the end of the line looking me right in the eye and talking about rain scald.
I shake my head and apologize to him.. I was a REALLY fired up star struck fan back then.
Glad to have him back. Great article Craig.
I'm honestly glad his reunion took this long rather than rushing him into a job. Shane got a world of experience and perspectives he can bring to this position, which will allow him to do the quality job that he expects of himself. Congratulations Mr. Doan, you earned it!
Best off-season move by a country mile.
Thanks for the great in-depth analysis that this deserved. It was great to hear from all the past teammates and staff involved with the franchise.
I just had a chance to watch the presser. As he should, Craig got the first question. What really struck me is that Shane really smiled up when they announced that Craig was asking. I'm guessing that Javier and GMBA are relatively new relationships for Shane, but it occurred to me like a very familiar 'I'm home' moment to Shane when answering to Craig. Your access to him and his trust in you Craig will again make this site second to none.
Outstanding news. If I knew Shane, his impact on the team will be noticeable.
The title of your article captures everyone’s thoughts exactly. Let’s hope this is a good omen for the start of the season. Maybe you should check in at Mrs. Rita’s.
Excellent article, Craig.
I met Doan a couple of times during the lockout. You could go to the ice den and watch pond hockey style games with Morrow, Marleau, Ryan Miller, Scott Hartnall, Biz was there...You could just stand against the glass and watch. It was incredible.
It was all very low key until Crosby showed up in town for a couple of 'games'. Word got out and this attracted a crowd around the exit door the players usually used. Sid never showed up at that exit door with the rest of the players, so the next day I went to the door other side of the building. Sure enough, young Sid, escorted by Doan, were sneaking out the back way. Doan saw me, did his embarrassed shrug, then made a 'shhhh' with his finger. I said "Caught ya!" and he and Sid just smiled and thanked me for coming to watch.
I'm so glad he is back!
I hope Shane Doan is staying in shape. We may need him to lace up the skates one last time in the Stanley Cup Finals.
I'm so excited to see Doan back! Thank you for such an amazing article about this moment. I can't wait to see what comes from this.
I've always thought Doan is the kind of person that just makes people want to go that step further, work that little bit harder and overall believe in the mission in front of them. Need people like that.
Finally! Thanks for all the background interviews Craig!
Life begins to return to normal.
Awesome news for sure.
Thanks for a great read. Short of bringing home the cup , nothing could make fans happier than bringing the Doaner home. Now we can start on the path to the cup because no Coyotes cup would have been complete without his name on it.
Can we get a suit coat with C on the lapel and 19 on the back in the team shop?
John Chayka's most egregious error has, finally, been reversed.