I always wanted him brought back and to play in the role he has played his whole career. Hartley saw him as a guy who should play the grinding role on the third or 4th line. Thats not his style and he didnt fit into Hartley's 2nd line plans.
When did he ever request a trade from SJ? If I recall it was a cap issue or they were going to trade him anyway and SJ mgmt was kind enough to get the deal done with the team he wanted to play for.
All the best to TJ wherever he ends up. The system/coach did not play to his favor however I have no doubt he will be signed by someone and get back on track as he lost a step a few years ago when Regher took him into the boards at the dome!
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