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Half of his game was based on speed, which generated chances on the break out and forecheck. Once he lost his footing he looked lazy, but he simply couldn't keep up, which I think frustrated him. He tried to compensate by playing a finesse game instead, that was not his game.
Still don't blame him, 20-25 goal scorer who played PK and tough minutes for 2.5M. Come on, that is a sweet deal. Also got us 2 second rounders, even sweeter.
No hard feelings, wish him the best. Wouldn't be surprised to see him sign a show me 1-year contract with Anaheim or another contender. He'd look pretty good on the left side with Perry and Getzlaf (everybody does) if he can find his old game.
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