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Originally Posted by Sylvanfan
I think Bouwmeester was happy to submit to a lesser role and lower pay cheque. He seems content to be the number 2 guy, and in a situation where that role is clearly laid out he is excelling. Being in a market where hockey is clearly not the top game also helps too I think. The second he has pressure on him to be the man he's uncomfortable. He's the type who needs comfort which he never really had in Calgary.
Phaneuf is the opposite he wants to be the man. But he has had issues filling that role. But I don't see him ever being a guy who would accept limitations and take less to be on a better team. Ultimately that might be what results in a career of playing on mediocre teams.
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completely agreed.
Bouwmeester should be applauded for taking less money (he could have easily got more on the open market) but chose to stay on a team where he would be the #2 guy, and has a very good role on a great team. He will also not be under any kind of magnifying glass, as he was under his previous, large contract.
Phanuef on the other hand is now being paid as the #1 guy, and will be the go to scapegoat. That being said, regardless of one's performance/value, how many people would be willing to make $x/year now, and then be willing to continue employment for less going forward?
does this deal have any sort of no-movement clause?