Coach Trotz is wrapping up his third season at the helm of the Capitals. He’s racked up an impressive regular season record and two Presidents Trophies, yet the post-season record is all too familiar with previous head coaches, that ultimately lost their jobs.
First, a quick summary of Trotz’ track record with the Capitals:
2014-2015
The Capitals went 53-22-7 in the regular season. The Capitals entered the playoffs as the Metro’s second seed (behind the Rangers). The Caps defeated the New York Islanders (4-3) in the first round, and were defeated by the New York Rangers in the second round (4-3).
2015-2016
The Capitals went 56-18-8 in the regular season and won the Presidents Trophy. The Caps defeated the Philadelphia Flyers (4-2) in the first round and fell to the Pittsburgh Penguins (4-2) in the second round.
2016-2017
The Capitals finished the regular season 55-19-8 and won their second consecutive Presidents Trophy. The Caps beat the Toronto Maple Leafs (4-2) in the first round of the playoffs and lost to the Pittsburgh Penguins (4-3) in the second round of the playoffs.
READERS POLL:
So, should the Capitals be eliminated in yet another second round of the playoffs, how do you feel about head coach Barry Trotz continuing his tenure in Washington?
By Jon Sorensen
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