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Originally Posted by GranteedEV
Who knows if Adam Fox even forces his way out if he sees a roster spot for the taking. Of course people say he was always going to New York, but most guys just want to play in the NHL. Being drafted by a team with Hamilton, Hamonic, Stone, Andersson on the right side at defense, and then traded to a team with Hamilton, Faulk, Pesce, sure made that a no-brainer. If Conroy does his job well, a hypothetical "next Fox" might just sign, no drama. Guys of that calibre expect a #1PP, top pair role off the bat. It takes a GM with balls to execute.
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If there is an open spot for a mid-round pick, even if he is ripping up the NCAA, I think the team has bigger problems. Correct me if I am wrong, but nobody was projecting him to be a Norris trophy winner.
Players need to earn their spots. Teams need to be honest with them about their opportunity and expectations.