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Originally Posted by Ashasx
Part of the reason why I mentioned Colborne was because, as it turned out, the NHL was pretty good for his development, even though he didn't earn it (as some feel about Baertschi).
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Normally I grimace when there's Baertschi news and you post. But you have some great points - nothing more than this one. Colborne was kept up in large part because of his waiver status. That's just the way it is (you can't spend a 4th pick to lose a guy on waivers unless you give him more than an honest shot).
I firmly believe Treliving sees what needs to be done with moving some vets to have spots for young guys (Baertschi, Granlund, Ferland, Jooris, etc). He's going to give Setoguchi some time and will look strongly at Jones and Wideman. I really think Baertschi didn't have the best preseason, but he's improving and by mid-season, he'll be up.
If there is any agenda against Baertschi by coaching and management, I believe it's to temper his expectations and get his game rounded out. Feaster did no favors (by his own admission) to bring Baertschi up too early. But I think he's been written off. He just has to be consistent throughout the game, which from an admittedly amateur viewpoint, he hasn't quite yet.
As with any business, veterans and "those that have been there" get way more leeway over rookies or newbies. It's just the way it is. Setoguchi is going to have the chance to prove himself in the regular season based on his resume. That's what vets have "earned". If he fails, he will be cut/moved. Not fair to many that have posted their displeasure, but I don't think it's for long.