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Originally Posted by Young_Guns
Would Trevor Linden be a good comparison in this situation? Captained the Canucks, got traded away, and came back a few years later to finish up with Vancouver. I think he fit it in alright, contributed roughly 25-30 pts per year and provided veteran leadership and some grit. He did wear a letter if I am not mistaken but I don't think that is an issue. I wouldn't expect Iginla to wear any letters and I don't think he does either. It is likely the same expectation the fans here would have for Iginla now, putting up maybe 25-30 points and likely finishing off his career where it all began. Plus he has a solid chance at the playoffs here in Calgary, and possibly one more slim chance at the cup.
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Not a bad comparison, but Linden was not really close to Iginla in talent level. Linden retired in 2008, but the last time he scored 20 goals was 1995-96.