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Originally Posted by ben voyonsdonc
I think it’s fair to be bummed that Kuzmenko has taken the stand against Pride jerseys. I also think it’s fair to be excited that he has shown ability to score goals and hopefully can be a valuable asset for the Flames.
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He was signing and talking about how cool the pride jerseys looked after that game. Rumour was it was his family back home that is staunchly opposed.
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Originally Posted by ben voyonsdonc
I think Kuzmenko likely demanded a trade and it helped push this trade across the finish line. Without Kuzmenko it was probably Lindy with 50% retained for a first + BRZ and a fourth but including Kuzmenko balanced out the salary and allowed them to move on from him and they included the extra D man to compensate for taking on the contract.
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Kuzmenko is apparently very disappointed to be traded but also relishes the chance to prove last year wasn't a fluke. I don't think it was. I do think he was not going to do it with Vancouver.