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Originally Posted by Joker
Obviously there is more to it. However, it isn't only the fact that they aren't winning. I can stomach losing when you watch them put forth a solid effort. I cant stand watching them lay down and be dominated for 80% of a game. Someone has to go out and spark the team, and when you are the captain, that is your job. Does he do it? Throw a hit, create a chance, get in someones face. Dont just sit there joking with whoever is beside you on the bench, then go float around for 25 seconds. If Jarome goes out and puts in a good effort, you would be surprised how far it would go. If he doesn't want that responsibility, maybe relinquish the "C". Everyone knows what the guy is capable of, and how well conditioned he is, but thats what is frustrating.
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So how about games like Wednesday night where he was the best Flames player on the ice, and everyone else was a no show? Iginla has been sparking this team for years, with fights, huge goals, hits, you name it. He simply can't take command of the game like he used to though, he's older.
I've said it before, but why are all these supposed professionals waiting for Iggy to be stripped of the C to step up? If the Flames have a leader in the dressing room better than Iginla why hasn't he shown himself? Is he scared?
The C means nothing. Iginla got the C because he clearly became the best and most depended on player on the team. When someone else does that, they'll get the C. Iggy will probably give it to them himself.