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Originally Posted by Jiri Hrdina
He walked away from Joe Colborne for nothing and got slammed for it by almost everyone
But he was right
He traded Glencross, Hudler and Russel
He’s made tough calls
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Glencross trade was decent as he was a declining asset who seemingly with his agent overvalued himself.
Hudler I suspect was moved related to off ice issues, and who had a significant drop off.
Russell was not a great trade, he was as I understand it a good guy in the room. But not great value on his next contract.
But these aren’t in my mind (and maybe with the benefit of hindsight) terribly tough calls.
Other than Russell, basically calls on declining assets. And generally not assets that he brought in to the fold.
I wonder if he will be as pragmatic in evaluation and handling of the coaching staff, particularly as they were brought in on his watch.