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Originally Posted by SuperMatt18
They would actually have the best insights, they can see both sides of the coin.
Players will never come out against fighting while they are still playing and there is a big reason for that: they have teammates that they are good friends with who are only in the NHL because they are fighting.
It is quite often stated that "fighters" are the most well liked guys in the room. Do you think anybody on the Flames is going to speak out on something that means Brian Mcgrattan is out of a job? or any Montreal players with Parros? or any Leafs players with Orr?
Former players are the best source of information that we have in this field because they can look at things clearly with no bias.
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Disagree entirely, you're wrong. Former players don't have the relevant experience required. Yes, they played hockey, 10-30 years ago, but they don't have any recent experience. As for having no bias? RIDICULOUS. Every one of those guys have money invested in players. No bias? Please, give your head a shake. They pay these players. It also happens to come from three of the softest teams in the league.
Your entire argument is silly. Former players know as much about relevant NHL on-ice issues as any swingin' dick in a NHL executive office. If you're not playing, your opinion holds less value. That's just the way it is.