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Originally Posted by The Cobra
It's hard to find a set of facts that makes all of this make any sense.
Other than how much Johnny's social anxiety played into this decision.
Perhaps he was conflicted about leaving Calgary, because he liked Calgary so much and how well he was treated. And especially because he dreaded telling Calgary he was turning his back on them.
Perhaps he hoped that coming back to Calgary would become an option for him, but as time got closer to making a decision, his anxiety increased and he couldn't do it.
Columbus then became his preferred destination, where he can play with less pressure.
The latest playoff "run" and loss to hated rivals Edmonton may have clinched him going, as opposed to the prevailing thought that a long run would make him more likely to stay. I expect losing to Edmonton has resulted in a number of (differing) feelings among the Calgary players. I'm not sure we ever considered the fact that a player may be is thinking "I sure don't want to go through that again", losing to a hated rival in a rabbit Canadian market.
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That should drive players. Gaudreau is not a man. That's my conclusion, I'm glad he's gone.