Who should take Ian Laperriere’s place behind the Lehigh Valley Phantoms bench?

On today’s show, Russ and Rachel discuss the news that Ian Laperriere will not be returning to coach the Lehigh Valley Phantoms. Why was there a mutual decision to part ways? We look at the reasoning behind the decision on both sides, plus options for a new coach for the Philadelphia Flyers AHL club from within the organization and from the outside. Plus, your first offseason poll results, with your priorities for Rick Tocchet this offseason.

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