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Originally Posted by Sylvanfan
That was a poorly set expectation for a #13 draft pick. He played 1200 games, won 3 cups and was a clear top pairing guy for that run. He easily exceeded any reasonable expectation. I mean if Duncan Keith is the bar for what you expect from a 2nd round defenseman. You will be disappointed for the rest of your life.
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In that dark age, for Blackhawk fans, Seabrook was hyped as a one man game changer. I am just commenting to the overhyping of a prospect, something that happens all the time. The initial bar is set so high, that it is nearly impossible to fulfill expectations.
Was Seabrook a excellent defenseman? Yes. But, the hype he arrived with, had him as a slam dunk HOFer in the making. I do not think that he lived up to that hype, nor do I blame him for that hype.
I don't see him as among the all time great NHL defensemen, but, I am fully satisfied with his place in Blackhawk history, and wish him well in his retirement.