Do we keep Glencross?
First off lets all take a look at the obvious. Glencross has a no trade clause. Why does he wave the clause? Seriously, why? Does he owe management a favor? Personally I think Glencross might just be a little bitter contract talks have yet to start.
Personally I would like to resign Glencross. I do not see a replacement for him at this time in the organization. I would like to see a 2 year contract at no more than 5 million but he probably wants 3 years or more at 5.5 million.
A lot of people dump on Glencross, I for one have as well. He can be lazy, and he can take some really dumb penalties too. Yet he adds alot to the team. Good skater, I would say he is a 20 goal scorer, good defensively, and physical. Would also like to add he is a team player.
I would tell you to extent Glencross for three years is an easier pill for me to swallow than the Stajan extension. Monahan, Bennett, Backlund, Jooris, Granlund, Shore, Arnold, where exactly does Stajan fit in that group?
There is alot more need for a guy like Glencross now and in the next few years. Guys to replace Stajan are plently, and most have already surpassed him on the depth chart already.
Who has surpassed Glencross? Johnny Hockey, Bouma, Byron, Raymond, Bollig, Sven, Klimchuck? We have lots of depth on left wing just not alot of skill.
Again Just my opinion!
As for trade value? Glencross is a pure rental, teams know this. If he gives a list of teams he would accept a trade too his value will be lower as well. I think at best all we would get is a 3rd round pick, hope for a 2nd but trying to be realistic.
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