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Originally Posted by Locke
I know you mean that sarcastically because an Oiler-fan would think it would be a terrible idea, almost as bad as making Ference your Captain before he ever even wore an Oilers jersey, or anointing a teenager your Captain, but really, Lucic has all of the attributes of a great Captain.
Outspoken, Veteran, gritty, stands up for his teammates and is well-liked in the room. I think he would be an excellent choice.
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McDavid would be a much better captain and post season player if they had him work under the mentorship of a strong veteran who would pass the C on when the time was right.
Instead they went about it like 12 year olds playing gm on the Xbox.
Zero concept of development.
Your captain isn't necessarily supposed to be your best player either. Looch has those leadership intangibles in spades and has won before, and has been probably a top 3 performer in the playoffs for us, despite being over the hump.
I wouldn't mind him, Backlund (though ideally a couple years ago), Tanev or maybe Lindholm.
Mangiapane or Dube in a few years will be excellent candidates though I think.