I think his issue was more that he didn't want to embrace a different roll. In his mind, it seems that it was top 6 or bust. He could probably be one of the best 4th liners in the game if he wanted to be, but he clearly does not want that.
That's the difference between him and a player like Corey Perry. Perry was busting his ass with whatever opportunity he was given and that will win over a coach every time.
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