hockey38
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- Jun 16, 2014
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One major difference between Matthews and Eichel is that Matthews played well at the U18s this year while Eichel didn't in his opportunity as an underager. Matthews has earned the opportunity he's been given.
If players are going to quit a team over things like this then it shows a lack of character. This is the first I've heard of these types of attitudes amongst this group so I'll view this with skepticism until I hear anything concrete otherwise.
I disagree
Since the day these kids joined the program, they have been told to put aside individual goals for the team - roll even lines, play unselfishly etc.
Not an easy task for kids used to being the man on their other teams.
Then one gets favored over the others even though coaches etc have promised otherwise.
Must be infuriating.
These kids have options- one of the last times they will in their playing careers
They can go wherever they feel will help them reach their ultimate goal.