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I liked Ladd and was impressed from the getgo when he came to Winnipeg early to check out the city when it was learned that the Thrashers were relocating here. In fact, the first Jets 2.0 jersey that I bought was number 16 with LADD on the back. As much as I liked Ladd for his leadership and community involvement, I'm glad it worked out that we kept Byfuglien instead. Although Buff has his faults, the Jets would not be the team they are without him.
Yea you nailed it.......Ladd was a great introductory Captain and I felt a bound but we needed to cut ties for the good of the team. That was a sliding doors moment and Buff has been so much more valueable of a player on their most recent deals.