Bringer of Jollity
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Probably not, but this is also one of those times where, as an athlete, you go the diplomatic route no matter how you really feel:For all the smarty pants out there.....
Who do you leave off of your top 6 RW for Bobby Ryan. All the bottom sixers have pk roles.
Do you leave off Kane or Kessel? Only 2 spots for RW who are on the ice to score and only score. No pk duty. and GO.
I understand why he was left off. that does not mean I think those quotes should have ever made it out of those GM convos.
"Those are some tough comments to hear. I think my play this year has shown that I've grown as a player and I think I'll only continue to get better. Sure, it's tough, I mean, there isn't a player in the league who doesn't want to play for their country. I'll just keep working hard and leave no doubt that I should be on the team next time around. I'll be rooting for the team no matter what, and if there's an injury and I get the call, there's no hard feelings and I'll do my best to represent Team USA."
His reaction, and stuff like not taking Burke's phone calls, is understandable, but immature, and I'd be wary of picking him up at this point even if a guy like Parise is injured.