Wednesday afternoon, newly appointment Nashville Predators head coach, Peter Laviolette, addressed the media for the first time. Laviolette addressed the media from Minsk, Belarus as he is coaching Team USA in the World Championship. The call began at 10:00pm local time in Belarus and Laviolette addressed the media following a day of travel and a practice.
Below are a timeline of tweets from Wednesday’s conference call.
“I wish I was there. I’m glad I’m here, but would have liked to have been there in person.” – Lavy
— Justin Bradford (@justinbbradford) May 7, 2014
“I’m really really excited about the opportunity. When you’re out, you re-charge, refresh and eager to start over.” – Lavy
— Justin Bradford (@justinbbradford) May 7, 2014
Lavy is thankful to David Poile and the ownership to give him the opportunity to coach in Nashville.
— Justin Bradford (@justinbbradford) May 7, 2014
“I get the opportunity to work for a first-class general manager. The organization has a terrific fanbase & building w/ great environment”
— Justin Bradford (@justinbbradford) May 7, 2014
“They’ve got some young, promising players in place.” – Lavy
— Justin Bradford (@justinbbradford) May 7, 2014
“I always find that the best way to learn about players is to coach them.” – Lavy
— Justin Bradford (@justinbbradford) May 7, 2014
“My work is just beginning and I’ll have a better handle as I approach training camp.” – Lavy
— Justin Bradford (@justinbbradford) May 7, 2014
“My wife & I are really excited to become a part of the Nashville community. We’ve embraced & embedded ourselves everywhere we’ve been.”
— Justin Bradford (@justinbbradford) May 7, 2014
“Our turtle is a Philadelphian.” – Lavy
— Justin Bradford (@justinbbradford) May 7, 2014
“When you’re able to build something special…it’s so meaningful. You’re a part of what the community was able to give.” – Lavy
— Justin Bradford (@justinbbradford) May 7, 2014
“I’m following one of the top coaches in the league in Barry Trotz. Anything that I say moving forward is not a knock of the past.” Lavy
— Justin Bradford (@justinbbradford) May 7, 2014
Lavy is fired up that Jimmy Kelly’s is in Nashville.
— Justin Bradford (@justinbbradford) May 7, 2014
“If we can get down to play offense more, we won’t have to play as much defense.” – Lavy
— Justin Bradford (@justinbbradford) May 7, 2014
“I’m really looking forward to working with the team that David & Nashville has put together. There’s character & youth & potential.” – Lavy
— Justin Bradford (@justinbbradford) May 7, 2014
On winning the Cup: “When you actually experience the success, it really reaches a pinnacle.You were able to bring a lot of people together”
— Justin Bradford (@justinbbradford) May 7, 2014
“There’s a routine you go through with your clubs in preparing them for the opponent. You make small changes to fit the opponent.” – Lavy
— Justin Bradford (@justinbbradford) May 7, 2014
“I believe in a certain style & identity. I have a really strong belief in what I want to do to prepare a team for a season & a game.” -Lavy
— Justin Bradford (@justinbbradford) May 7, 2014
“I like a team that works hard together. A team that is on the attack. Move forward & create offense in a responsible way.” – Lavy
— Justin Bradford (@justinbbradford) May 7, 2014
“I would love to go into a training camp & try to get a team to work hard and play an aggressive game.” – Lavy
— Justin Bradford (@justinbbradford) May 7, 2014
Lavy has spoken with Smith, Jones and Rinne so far.
— Justin Bradford (@justinbbradford) May 7, 2014
“The turtle’s name is Frank.” – Laviolette
— Justin Bradford (@justinbbradford) May 7, 2014
Lavy says Jones is a “terrific, young defenseman. He handled himself extremely well in his first year.”
— Justin Bradford (@justinbbradford) May 7, 2014
Lavy on Smith: “He’s a good skater. Has great stick skills. Just having him on the ice, he has a lot of potential.”
— Justin Bradford (@justinbbradford) May 7, 2014
“It’s always best in my situation to always look forward. I 100% believe in how I want to prepare a team.” – Lavy
— Justin Bradford (@justinbbradford) May 7, 2014
Lavy on Weber: “He has a tremendous presence on the ice.”
— Justin Bradford (@justinbbradford) May 7, 2014
“You can form relationships that can last a lifetime. That’s a great part of my job.” – Lavy on sports
— Justin Bradford (@justinbbradford) May 7, 2014
We’ll hear more from Peter Laviolette after the World Championships are complete. Stay tuned to Penalty Box Radio for more!
*Photo Credit: Eric Hartline-US PRESSWIRE*
