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Originally Posted by Ducay
Always curious how guys manage to play with a guy who has requested a trade. He's basically saying he doesn't want to play with this club anymore and wants out, how do you lace up with him and pretend to have chemistry? Especially so when pulling that move is going to cost the club big (relative) in trade value now that they have no leverage and are effectively distressed sellers.
Horrible position to put everyone in, such a rookie move by Bennett & his reps. Trel is basically forced to keep playing him to make him at all saleable.
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I think these situations vary depending on the type of player. Alex Semin would be viewed differently by his teammates than Bennett in my opinion. I think Bennett is a well respected guy in the room and his teammates probably understand his situation, which is not getting a good opportunity despite being the best forward in the playoffs. They seemed pretty pumped when he scored last night.
I’m hopeful that Bennett clicks with 13 and 23 and he actually remains a Flame. This is hopeful thinking but I like Bennett and what he brings to the team.