Johnny made what he and his family believe to be the right decision for them. It’s the wrong decision for us, but having personally, made decisions I didn’t want to make because it was for the wider benefit of my family, I can’t hold this against him.
I’m glad I got to see him one last time in the Dome with perfect seats to watch him achieve his 100th point. That was special. I think many people downplay moments like that, focussing on everything being pointless, because in the end, the Cup wasn’t won. But they weren’t pointless moments, times like that, living in the moment were and are special. Only one team can win the Cup and it is often punctuated with luck, a dodgy decision here and there, as well as great moments.
Johnny gave us our fair share of entertainment and jaw dropping plays. I’m so glad I got to see him do that. I’d have loved for him to go on and complete his career wearing our jersey, but wish him and his family, all the best for the future.
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