Alain Vigneault does not understand where the accusations that Robin Lehner made against him last Saturday night came from... The Philadelphia Flyers' head coach appeared in front of the media to make something clear, namely that he was not giving any pills to his players. After all, as the Quebec coach made clear, this is the NHL and not Slap Shot!
A head coach, whether in hockey, soccer or basketball cannot be liked by all the professionals he coaches. So it is with Vigneault, John Tortorella or Dominique Ducharme.
"Over the years, there are probably some guys who maybe liked me a little less. But I coach with the best of intentions, with respect... I have no idea where that comes from," said Vigneault.
He also pointed out in passing that he would be very surprised if this rumor came from Jonathan Marchessault, Mark Stone, Shea Theodore, Nick Holden or Nolan Patrick, who are players he has coached in the past.
