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Nope, it was definitely foolish

Originally Posted by The_Future

I understand that, and it is my mistake for not going back and getting clarity from his post.

In that regard I still disagree with saying Lombardi's actions were foolish. As the transcripts he posted from the TSN radio have shown, Lombardi made his decision based on discussions he had with Richards, and likely Sutter also. Considering what you have accomplished with said player, and said player's resume, I wouldn't think it to be foolish to keep him on your roster. In hindsight it was foolish, and now he is dealing with the issue. Had the outcome went the other way, he would look like a hero today. Again it isn't like we are talking about a 36 year over the hill player. Richards is 29, you'd have to believe there is still some gas in the tank. He has won on every level, this decision is much easier if it would have been a different player. I think all aspects in tow, it wasn't a foolish action.