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Originally Posted by Completely
I think if that organization drafted you, and (assuming) has been there to help you improve throughout the years. You should sign with them and then if you aren't getting what you want you can ask for a trade or something might happen in a year or two.
I do think that Hayes not signing in Chicago is a win/win for both of them. Seems like this Hayes thing is just a headache, I'd just wash my hands of it and take the second. Then Hayes could go where ever he wanted to go. Whether it be in Florida with his brother, Calgary for his BC buddies, or anywhere else to get NHL playing time.
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You can't blame the player. First, they don't owe the organization anything. That organization isn't able to invest in NCAA players. Chicago hasn't done anything for Hayes other than draft him. Second, making the NHL is very difficult. If you feel you have a better opportunity with another club and you have the option of going to that club why wouldn't you do it?
The rules are broken. As they say, don't blame the player, blame the game.