[Hockey News]

OTTAWA (AP) -John Muckler was keeping quiet Sunday amid reports he'd been fired as the Ottawa Senators' general manager.

"I cannot talk at this time," Muckler said when reached by The Canadian Press.

A Senators spokesman also refused to comment.

Sun Media reported Saturday night that the 73-year-old Muckler had been fired, with an announcement of his departure expected as early as Sunday.

There's also speculation Bryan Murray, whose contract as head coach expires June 30, could be promoted to general manager.

Muckler, Murray mum amid rumors of Senators' front-office shakeup

[Lefty Noob]

Take this one with a big grain of salt now, since it's just a rumor. But it makes you wonder - why fire Muckler after the season they had?

[blueandwhite]

Because Ottawa gave up in the final round when it counted most and fans are mad and someone has to pay for it. They want to hang onto murray and obviously (crazy as this is) Alfredsson is a hero in their eyes so who's under the chopping block?
muckler.

[ThePundit]

Originally Posted by blueandwhite

Because Ottawa gave up in the final round when it counted most and fans are mad and someone has to pay for it. They want to hang onto murray and obviously (crazy as this is) Alfredsson is a hero in their eyes so who's under the chopping block?
muckler.

That's silly. Ottawa lost to a better team.

[blueandwhite]

Yes they did, but one thing I would be mad about is, Ottawa seemed to totally lose gas and just give in.

[Lefty Noob]

Muckler was indeed canned and replaced by Murray today, but here's the kicker - Murray announced he will NOT be returning as coach.

[blueandwhite]

Very smart- he wants to focus on just being a GM.

[bran2win]

It's always easier to fire one person, than several. As in many cases, it becomes the lesser of two evils. Ottawa should really be proud of their season, even if they did self-destruct in the championship. Murray certainly has the chops to build an even stronger team. Let's not discredit the team he put together at Anaheim.

[blueandwhite]

There is talk now Toronto is discussing some deal with Muckler, for him to be consultant to ferguson. Apparently Scottie Bowman didn't want the job.
How do i go from not loving Muckler to loving Muckler?

[bran2win]

I haven't heard that rumor circulate here in the states yet. Can't wait to see how that all plays out. Ottawa may be happy to see him "consulting" Ferguson.