I'm really struggling to understand what the problem is here. Yes, Sutter meets the very bare minimum threshold of what could constitute an NHL forward. Why should fans be accepting of such?
Because the notion that his presence somehow causes “suffering” is irrational.
Correct. And I acknowledge those feelings are personal and emotional and that Sutter’s presence in a limited role probably helps the team.You said yourself that you are sick of watching him play and had negative feelings about him.
There are some goalies who do better when they're being consistently used, so that may have been factor. The Canucks being garbage definitely played a factor.
Could also be argued that he was fading as the season went on (which is totally paradoxical given that he saw less action as the season progressed, I acknowledge.)
But yeah, fair enough. That's definitely one way of interpreting his situation.
Don't see how it being a two-way contract would really benefit anything, other than saving the owners money if he's sent down. It has no impact on cap hit or waiver eligibility.If Sutter takes a two-way contract with generous AHL-side salary I'd be okay with it. I'd even be okay with term in that scenario.
Something like 3 x $1.25m NHL/$750k AHL
Correct. And I acknowledge those feelings are personal and emotional and that Sutter’s presence in a limited role probably helps the team.
What does Benning know about younger,cheaper and healthier players?If Beagle has gone to ARZ as is being reported, then the case to sign Sutter is strengthened. His PK, FOs, and right shot would be more important then ever. Of course, we could also just sign a younger, cheaper, and healthier option in UFA.
Sutter highly likely our top target for 4c role now.
Hope he gets paid like one.
This must mean Sutter is returning as the team's 4C?
This must mean Sutter is returning as the team's 4C?
Seems likely.
As a fourth line C making $1m or less, I wouldn’t hate it.
But I just have a hard time picturing Benning being able to get Sutter that far down on his salary.