Mehar
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Those who love him do so because of the buffoon in him. That's his gig - he deliberately says outrageous things that please some element of the Canadian viewing audience because it puts money in his pocket - something that his coaching or playing would never have done. He's a paid buffoon, and as long as he keeps taking it to the bank with him, it just makes good sense for him to say the things that are going to stir up the pot the most.
I can not believe this thread is going on and on (LOL). I like Cherry, but i disagree with him when he says this statement. A lot of Canadians play in the NCAA, and having top flight Europeans in the CHL only helps to elevate the level of play in the league.
The CHL is about developing players for the NHL as well. Regardless of nationality, the league should be about developing the best talent for the NHL. Having two Europeans on each team is not the end of the world. I like Don, but he is wrong when he says that.