You missing the point Greg.......remember he had HC interview offers BEFORE the playoffs and his D laid a giant-sized egg. IF teams still wanted to interview him for their HC, just let that process play out ( which is exactly what's happening now ) before deciding on whether or not he is returning, especially if you know you don't want him back. There is no reason to fire him until the HCing process is over........
BTW.......as stated in a few other threads, If I'm Quinn, I don't wanna come back, especially with all DC openings that will get me a new 3-5 year contract vs working for lame-duck MM.
This isn't hard, basic logic.....I'm surprised to don't see it. (lol)