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Originally Posted by CsInMyBlood
Anyone that thinks Sven had a fair shake here either didn't watch the games he played or is fooling themselves. 4th line. Bollig, Jooris, Setoguchi, Byron top linemates. Avg ice of 9 minutes. Stapled to the bench in the third period, regardless of how he had played in the game. Never put into a situation to succeed.
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Maybe Byron and Setoguchi wish they'd been put on lines away from Sven
I did watch the games and Sven didn't distinguish himself outside of a couple games. And when he did, Hartley gave him more time. Under Hartley it's as simple as that, and he's been consistent with all his players that way, from the top line on down. Basically your argument is that, even if Sven didn't play well, he should be given a better line position (over who - Glencross or Gaudreau?) and more time, even though he didn't earn it. Especially in the third period when the game is one the line and the Flames were often defending a lead - you don't put out your worst defensive forward.
As far as Green's comment is concerned, I don't think I want a player who constantly needs his confidence supported or restored by coaches and management. I want a player who can motivate himself. Hartley goes to Monahan and says you need to play better offensively. Monahan starts shooting and scoring. Hartley goes to Johnny and says your first 4 games haven't been good - I'm benching you. Johnny watches from the press box and improves. Ditto Jooris.