In this video, I dive deep into Mike Keenan's disturbing and controversial tenure with the Vancouver Canucks. I start by discussing the circumstances that led to his arrival, then explore his harsh, dictatorial coaching style, resulting in multiple clashes with players. Next, I cover his short stint as general manager, which saw the heartbreaking trades of several beloved Canucks legends. Finally, I wrap up with how his reign ended, ultimately brought down by Brian Burke.
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Sources:
Gordon, Jeff. Keenan: The High Times and Misadventures of Hockey’s Most Controversial Coach. Stoddart, 2000. https://www.amazon.ca/Keenan-Jeff-Gordon/dp/0965384608
https://www.sfgate.com/sports/article/Keenan-s-Days-in-Burke-s-House-Were-Numbered-From-2950465.php
https://theprovince.com/sports/hockey/nhl/vancouver-canucks/20-years-ago-today-how-the-canucks-missed-out-on-signing-wayne-gretzky
00:00 Intro
00:33 Part One: the arrival
06:00 Part Two: the dictator
11:00 Part Three: the exodus
15:11 Part Four: fin