James Patrick has been locked out as player, coach Source: Winnipeg Sun ‘“It felt like I was busy. Now as a coach I really can identify with guys who don’t have a job and are struggling with what to do. It is a bit of a challenge.”’ Related posts: Sabres, Defenseman James Patrick Agree to Two-Year Contract Patrick Kane prepares for first trip back to Buffalo as NHL player Player to coach Patrick Retires, Becomes Coach Patrick signed as assistant coach