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Originally Posted by nik-
Basically because you're too naive to separate fluff answers to the media from reality like you've never witnessed any players in free agency ever.
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I don't want to get into the fight, but this is pretty much it. You can't take what players say at face value. They almost always ply the franchise, city, and fanbase with platitudes no matter what their intentions actually are.
The truth is, I am sure everything Gaudreau said was honest and from the heart. He loves the city and appreciates everything, and he would probably love to continue in Calgary. That does not mean that he also does not have other priorities that could conflict with him staying.
Honestly, if you read between the lines even when he was saying "all the right things", there was always a hint that he might not be back. He focused a lot on the how much he enjoyed his time and that he hopes no matter what happens, that will be remember fondly.
He doesn't owe anything to anyone. He earned the opportunity he has and if he takes it, then I wish him nothing but the best and thank him for everything. Yes, it sucks as a fan but that's the life of a fan. Every team has to deal with these things, some more than others, but you can't take it personally.