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No way I'd give Ward that much money or term. We gave Darling that expecting him to be a starter with much better numbers than the average at best numbers Cam puts up. About the same contract as last time, or go away.
I don't think it's going to be a tough sell to keep Ward. His family his kids doctors his vineyard is all around here. Not that I think he'd turn down a great offer if it came but I think he'd almost rather retire than play anywhere else for more than short term
I doubt the fanbase factors into the decision at all.
I believe his Vineyard is actually in Napa Valley, CA, but I agree with your overall point. He and Tim are basically the capital, but day to day is managed by other folks.
I dunno. I'm sure he's not affected by the idiots on Twitter/Facebook who attempt to troll, but if there are articles calling for his departure, or if his son's classmates decide to start ****-talking his dad (IIRC, he's about the age that kids become really cruel and unfiltered), I can't imagine that's not going to have an effect.
He’s a goalie in the NHL.
He’s a goalie in the NHL.
He's also human.
Yeah, I’m not so certain those things are related.
It was a joke about goalies being weird.You’re right. It’s not like goalies have ever lashed out at their fan base after being overly criticized for their poor play. Well, except for Price after Montreal fans let him have it during a down time in his career.
But it’s not like goalies care if their family members are subjected to the whims of the fanbase. Well, except for the time James Reimer’s wife was sent death threats over Twitter because of her husband’s play. But I’m sure Darling’s sister hasn’t gotten anything of the sort from our fanbase...
Just because you’re a goalie in the NHL doesn’t mean you aren’t affected by things that would effect any other human, which includes you and your family’s happiness. If you or your family aren’t happy in a city/situation (which a toxic fanbase may create), then you’re less likely to re-sign there, no?
It was a joke about goalies being weird.
Ideally, IMO, we'd bring in a young guy to participate in a 3-way battle for the back up/starter role. The loser gets sent down to Charlotte. There are a couple of interesting RFAs out there as well. While I can't see us abandoning Darling quite yet, I also can't believe that they won't have a back up plan.
You’re right. It’s not like goalies have ever lashed out at their fan base after being overly criticized for their poor play. Well, except for Price after Montreal fans let him have it during a down time in his career.
But it’s not like goalies care if their family members are subjected to the whims of the fanbase. Well, except for the time James Reimer’s wife was sent death threats over Twitter because of her husband’s play. But I’m sure Darling’s sister hasn’t gotten anything of the sort from our fanbase...
Just because you’re a goalie in the NHL doesn’t mean you aren’t affected by things that would effect any other human, which includes you and your family’s happiness. If you or your family aren’t happy in a city/situation (which a toxic fanbase may create), then you’re less likely to re-sign there, no?
They will definitely keep Darling and have him take a vacation before getting him to work with a psychologist and coach. His contract is no Semin contract but it is untradeable. They're gonna hope he works it out over the summer.
What about the 4 million dollar man, Victor Rask? I feel like he merits A Serious Debate™ thread.
Missed this from last night.. yeah we might need more center depth.
I love how 171-161-61 is ".513" win percentage. ITS NOT
That looks like a losing record to me.
No way I would give Ward more than a year by year 2 mil deal. its not like he has other options IMO