You need a vet presence in your lineup or you turn into the Oilers
Maclean was just talking today about how Ceci looks good in the NHL in part cause he plays with a guy like Phillips and has him to talk to about plays
Not if your vet presence is the worst part of your team.
Alfredsson was the mentor and the heart of this team.
The leader, captain, spokesperson, model. He left, I'm pretty sure everyone can too.
Besides, Methot, Karlsson Turris and MacArthur play just as important prominent roles in terms of veteran presence than those guys do.
Keep Neil.
Look at what the Colts did in the NFL, got rid of their veteran and leader and become so much better for it. Completely different identity, much better one, the mid-older guys stepped up and became the true leaders and that team is rolling beautifully.
Time to do same in Ottawa.
Only difference is, that GM makes so much bold moves unlike Murray.
Bottom line.... JASON SPEZZA IS OUR PEYTON MANNING.