[AnonEmouse]

Yeah I think the principle of the ideal situation is that the GM, HC and head of scouting should work hand in glove when it comes to the final decisions. HoS should get a clear direction form the GM what types of player to prioritise, come back to him with a list, reports etc. then GM agrees with HoS who to focus on in that list. HC should be working with the the GM to stay aligned on where the strengths and weaknesses are on the current roster, to inform that focus. GM should be scouring the league for FA's, potential cuts etc. to inform the HC what he thinks the team should list as active targets, with the GM informing the list re cap space etc. Then they should all sit down at each key stage of the year and agree the final shape of those lists. GM has sign off in teh end because he controls the purse strings, but he cannot and should not be doing it alone.

The issue with a coach holding that GM power is that he is trying to balance the books and the roster at the same time. Like a HC also being OC/DC (not just calling plays, though I don't think a HC should be calling plays either), I don't see how they can do both jobs to the fullest capability. It's a recipe for burnout and/or failure.