Chapter 2: The Hockey Yes-Man Continues (hockey editorial)

There is pattern in the chapter of the story which involves a President and General Manager getting fired, labour dispute and a loyal company man. Before the last NHL lockout the Vancouver Canucks fired Brian Burke and replaced him with his buddy Dave Nonis. Now the Toronto Maple Leafs did the same thing after this year's NHL lockout by firing Brian Burke. The Toronto Maple Leafs like the idea of a loyal company man like Dave Nonis calling the shots instead of a control freak like Brian Burke who does not listen to his bosses. The only good thing about Brian Burke was his involvement in the community and making sure hockey players give back to their community, that's why he was kept on as senior advisor. The Toronto Maple Leafs were forced to fire Brian Burke because it is a results-based business and for his lack of making off-season moves. I am speculating that Roberto Luongo will be the next starting goalie of the Toronto Maple Leafs. Vancouver will be getting some good players in return and should be ready for another Stanley Cup run. Toronto will be back in the playoffs this year. The Toronto Maple Leafs will be better with Dave Nonis who should be given credit for the Canucks success and for keeping Brian Burke's legacy together instead of getting rid of players he brought to the Vancouver Canucks.