‘Rutherford doesn’t want out,’ says a source close to the situation. ‘He’s stepping back a little, but still involved.’
He could have retired after leaving the Pittsburgh Penguins, where he won consecutive Stanley Cup titles in 2016 and 2017, two years ago.He said at his introductory Vancouver news conference 14 months ago
The chattering classes back east may be wondering how much fun Rutherford is having, especially as he hung on to former coach Bruce Boudreau as the losses mounted for two months, or if he’s even ready to quit, but there’s no sense that’s where he’s at now.Article content New Canucks head coach Rick Tocchet with GM Patrik Allvin and team president Jim Rutherford at the Jan. 22 news conference at Rogers Arena announcing Tocchet’s hiring.He signed a three-year deal when he joined the Canucks last season, so he’s got at least another year on the job. His original intent was to be a guiding presence, with a staff led by general manager Patrik Allvin doing the heavy lifting while he helped them find their way through decision-making.
On Tuesday, Rutherford declined to comment publicly on the noise that’s been out there the last couple weeks about his desire to stay in Vancouver, simply pointing back to what he said last month about the state of the team.Article content
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