Sullivan Thinks He Can Remake Adam Fox But That Will Be A Challenge
Mike Sullivan couldn't keep it to himself. He wants the whole world to know that he's displeased with Adam Fox.
Otherwise, why would the Rangers' coach go public asserting that the start of Fox's season will determine if he's an Olympian.
Then, Sully listed a whole bunch of things which – all put together – tell us that Mike knows that he's got a project on his hands – remake Adam into another Norris Trophy candidate.
"It won't be easy," says The Old Scout, "because a lot has happened since Fox was voted the NHL's best defenseman."
Actually three things that could be decisive have happened.
1. INJURIES: To the naked eye it's been obvious that Fox never regained his Norris form after being hurt – as well as playing hurt. This could be a career problem.
2. PERSONALITY: Low-key to a fault, Fox sometimes plays in a manner that makes one believe he doesn't know what "Gung-Ho" is all about.
3. THE TEAM: The 2024-25 season of discontent could very well have curbed Foxie's enthusiasm. As for his leadership quotient, if it was that high, he would have been named captain the moment Jacob Trouba was traded.
Perhaps Sullivan would have been better off keeping his thoughts about Fox's future to himself.
"Laying it on the line as the coach did may be Mike's motivation method," adds The Old Scout, "and it just might work."
It might – depending on whether Fox truly is injury-free and that he has the head for Sullivan's strategy.
Peyton Manning Pays Heartfelt Tribute to Late Jim Irsay on ManningCast: ‘The Owner Every Player Would Want’
During an emotional moment on ManningCast, Peyton Manning paid a heartfelt tribute to the late Jim Irsay, the legendary owner of the Indianapolis Colts. This tribute came after Irsay was posthumously inducted into the Colts Ring of Honor during the 2025 season opener.
“We lost Jim in May, and Eli, he was the kind of owner every player would want to play for,” Peyton shared with his brother Eli Manning. “His office was at the practice facility, he was out there at practice every day, in the locker room after every game—home or away, win or loss—the answer was always ‘Yes’ if it helped the Colts win.”
Peyton continued, “It was an honor to play for him, and a great ceremony yesterday in Indianapolis, putting Jim Irsay in the rightful place in the Colts’ Ring of Honor.”
The news of Irsay’s passing in May deeply affected Manning, who posted on social media expressing his sorrow. Manning described Irsay as an “incredibly generous and passionate” owner and promised his “legacy will not be forgotten.”
“I am heartbroken to hear about Jim Irsay’s passing,” Manning wrote. “He was an incredibly generous and passionate owner, and I will always be indebted to him for giving me my start in the NFL. His love for the Colts and the city of Indianapolis was unmatched. His impact on the players who played for him will not be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and everyone in the Colts community. He will be missed. Jim, rest in peace my friend.”
Irsay passed away on May 21, 2025, at the age of 65, peacefully in his sleep at his Beverly Hills home. He was inducted into the Colts Ring of Honor during the 2025 season opener, facing the Miami Dolphins on September 7, a fitting tribute to his contributions to the franchise and the city of Indianapolis.
Manning’s tribute not only honors Irsay as an owner but also reflects the deep, personal bond between the two, emphasizing Irsay’s lasting legacy with the Colts and the players who had the privilege of playing under his leadership.
