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Originally Posted by dammage79
I didn't say he had a bad season. I said he hit a low in his personal development. An off WJC, not bad or terrible, just....off. A low is still a low no matter how small it is. Its nothing against him at all. He still needs to rebound this coming season though. Again my vote rests on Ortio this year and can subsequently change in next year's poll. Although I suspect Ortio won't be on the list.
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Like I said it wasn't directed at you, I was just referring to those that say he had a poor season (other forum boards). I agree he had a blip in his WJC and a few subsequent games, but I thought he rebounded quite well. His low is more statistical not developmental since I think this was a perfect opportunity for him to develop. The experience of a slump is what tests players mettle and I think this will help Gillies grow.
Much like how it did for Ortio when he first came over and now is just a Kipper... Too soon?
and Ortio deserves your vote
I'm torn between the two myself and feel they will make a great tandem team for us.