I think Marc Crawford is one of the best coaches in the NHL. It doesn't mean we're not going to evaluate all the elements of our organization, including the coaching staff.

There won't be a coaching change this year. We're giving everyone a chance to win and (Crawford) is part of that. If the players are looking for a way out, that's not it.

We're not in a situation where we need to do something rash.

I want to make it clear this does not absolve the players for their part in this season.

His legacy is one of resurrection. He gave us credibility when we didn't have any. He'll go down as one of the best coaches who ever coached here.

I want to make it clear this does not absolve the players for their part in this season. In no way does this mean there will be no further changes. No way. The fact is there is a lot of blame to be spread around and a lot of it falls on the shoulders of people that were in that locker room.