AK1990
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- Nov 20, 2011
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I was watching TSN Top 10 about the trade that brought Sundin, arguably one of the greatest IF not the greatest to ever dawn the maple leaf of their chest.
At first people questioned his heart, passion and willingness to lead. This seems to be the same for Kessel. We all can agree he's got world class skill and talent and ability to put up points. Yet, he doesn't get the proper praise and recognition. People often argue he should be moved cause he isn't what wins you championships. How is a 26 turning 27 year old point per game winger who is the cornerstone of this teams offensive production. He's shown commitment to this city (a guy who apparently hates the spot light WANTED to stay here for the next 8 years of his life).
I understand that Kessel trade came with the departures of Futures, one of which is now a franchise #1 centre in Seguin & still potential top 2 defenseman in Hamilton. However, Sundin came at the cost of a former #1 overall and a good o'l Canadian boy that was the life line to this hockey team.
my question to you, when will this city finally acknowledge how great Kessel truly is. Will it be when he's retired or perhaps if he ends up leaving via trade one day.
He might not be the Leafs next captain, however he should be THE MOST UNTOUCHABLE PLAYER on this team. No question about it in my mind.
At first people questioned his heart, passion and willingness to lead. This seems to be the same for Kessel. We all can agree he's got world class skill and talent and ability to put up points. Yet, he doesn't get the proper praise and recognition. People often argue he should be moved cause he isn't what wins you championships. How is a 26 turning 27 year old point per game winger who is the cornerstone of this teams offensive production. He's shown commitment to this city (a guy who apparently hates the spot light WANTED to stay here for the next 8 years of his life).
I understand that Kessel trade came with the departures of Futures, one of which is now a franchise #1 centre in Seguin & still potential top 2 defenseman in Hamilton. However, Sundin came at the cost of a former #1 overall and a good o'l Canadian boy that was the life line to this hockey team.
my question to you, when will this city finally acknowledge how great Kessel truly is. Will it be when he's retired or perhaps if he ends up leaving via trade one day.
He might not be the Leafs next captain, however he should be THE MOST UNTOUCHABLE PLAYER on this team. No question about it in my mind.