This is what I find interesting.
In the NFL, when a coach is on the hot seat, do people say, well he can't throw touchdowns for them or he can't play defense for them.
In the NBA, is it, well, the coach can't make jump shots for them.
In the NHL, is it, well, the coach can't score goals for them.
When players fail on the field, the buck stops with managers and coaches. Otherwise, coaches and managers would rarely get fired.