The St. Louis Blues made a startling statement by firing Davis Payne in favor of experienced coach Ken Hitchcock. For most fans, the image of Hitchock is that of a taskmaster who really only brings out the best in teams defensively. So is Hitchcock ready for the ever-changing NHL game after some time on the sidelines? Ed Olczyk and Keith Jones discuss that topic in the video below.
Can Ken Hitchcock adapt to a changing NHL?
Published November 7, 2011 03:16 PM
Ken Hitchcock smiles as he is introduced as the new head coach of the St. Louis Blues hockey team Monday, Nov. 7, 2011, in St. Louis. Hitchcock was introduced a day after the firing Davis Payne following a 6-7 start.(AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
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