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Originally Posted by Flames Fan, Ph.D.
Argh.
This is Working with People 101.
If Conroy put the word out there that Rasmus's time with the Flames is coming to an end, that would be a great way of bottoming out his play. When you know you're about to change jobs, your performance at the current job takes a big hit.
So yeah, a responsible GM would not message that he's done with a player unless he has to*. It hits the player's play and it also tips your hand in the market.
See how much fun Vancouver is having?
* And note that the evidence suggests Conroy is aware of this. After Zadorov complained, Conroy acknowledged the situation and promptly took action.
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I never said announce to the world they are trading him or don't want him whatever.
And as far as saying I am setting expectation so I can complain, I have yet to complain about a single move Conroy has made. His only hiccup was probably bringing Barrie and the trade for that Russian who left.
When people have bashed his return for Hanifin, I defended the deal. With everything that happened and them trying to sign him, that was likely the absolute best return we would expect.