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FlamesAddiction · 07-07-2019, 03:05 PM

I tend to think Neal really was disengaged and it wasn't just a sudden loss of ability. He wasn't playing with the nasty edge he used to either which isn't an ability you just lose. Plus, as mentioned, he did pick up a bit in the final 25 games.

I think he assumed that he would be gifted a top six role and when that didn't happen, he went into a free fall.

If he can come in humbled and find his edge, I think there is a good chance he can find his game again. It's going to be up to him and his character though.

07-07-2019, 03:05 PM	#411
FlamesAddiction Franchise Player Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Vancouver Exp:	I tend to think Neal really was disengaged and it wasn't just a sudden loss of ability. He wasn't playing with the nasty edge he used to either which isn't an ability you just lose. Plus, as mentioned, he did pick up a bit in the final 25 games. I think he assumed that he would be gifted a top six role and when that didn't happen, he went into a free fall. If he can come in humbled and find his edge, I think there is a good chance he can find his game again. It's going to be up to him and his character though. __________________ "A pessimist thinks things can't get any worse. An optimist knows they can."