The Ottawa Senators have thus far exceeded expectations by remaining in the hunt for a playoff spot. Brian Murray, however,áhas been a chronic underachiever as the clubÆs general manager, with a legacy of poor managerial decisions. That Murray still holds down the GM title has more to do with his personal appeal than his accomplishments.
Murray is instantly likable. HeÆs accessible to the media and candid in his remarks, provides media-friendly sound-bites, and his dry sense of humour in press conferences can draw a chuckle from fans watching at home.
ThereÆs no doubt of MurrayÆs ability to manage human relationships within the club. In three seasons as head coach, he never had a public falling-out, despite a cadre of trouble-makers in the squ ...
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Bryan Murray Fails To Deliver as Ottawa Senators GM
Posted: 9th December 2009 by Christian Butzek in NHLComments Off on Bryan Murray Fails To Deliver as Ottawa Senators GM