I think we don't see even half of the picture here with Milan.
Seems to always be working on his game and being a leader, good person , father and husband.
He isn't flashy but he gets the job done.
I don't think he had a voice when he was traded here for Neal because Peter's, Glue gun and Ward seemed to need to be the smartest guys in the room.
Sutter comes in and because Sutter is smart he knows the dynamic in the locker room and when your leaders lead it takes the pressure off of the entire coaching staff as far as motivation, discipline , etc are concerned .
The room is now much better and I think it started immediately after Neal was removed from thr locker room. Neal was a shmarmy, phony, posing know it all schmuck and one of the biggest cancers EVER in the Flames locker room.
Lucic has been a godsend. Add Tanev , Coleman, Lewis, and Lucic even doesn't need to be the only leader and center of attention.
I love Lucic and his goal celebrations where he's hoisting the cup.....thats the mindset these guys need to be in....practicing it before it happens is awesome.
Glad he's here.
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