Columbus Blue Jackets president and general manager Doug MacLean reacts to a question during a news conference held to discuss the firing of coach Dave King, Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2003, in Columbus, Ohio. After their midseason shakeup, the Columbus Blue Jackets chose a steady course Friday, June 6, 2003, by keeping Doug MacLean head coach for the team's upcoming fourth season. He will remain president and general manager. MacLean, 49, fired King and named himself interim coach. (AP Photo/Terry Gilliam)