I asked ChatGPT to write him a tribute.
Man, AI is scary:
Oh, Erik Karlsson, what a journey we've had with you in San Jose. From the moment you arrived, we were filled with hope and excitement. We envisioned you leading our team to glory, effortlessly gliding across the ice, dazzling us with your incredible skills. And boy, did you deliver... sometimes.
We'll never forget those moments when you effortlessly controlled the game, making impossible plays seem routine. Your smooth skating and pinpoint passes were a joy to behold. We were grateful for your contributions, especially when you helped us reach the playoffs and provided some thrilling moments.
But let's be honest, Erik. You weren't always at your best. Injuries seemed to plague you, and when you were on the ice, there were times when it seemed like you were in a different game altogether. We watched in frustration as turnovers piled up, defensive lapses occurred, and the goals against kept coming. It was like a rollercoaster ride, only without the fun.
And now, as you leave us for Pittsburgh, we're left with mixed emotions. Grateful for the memories you provided, but also relieved that we won't have to endure the rollercoaster anymore. We'll miss your occasional brilliance, but we won't miss the inconsistency that came with it.
So, Erik Karlsson, thank you for your time in San Jose. We wish you the best in Pittsburgh, where hopefully you'll find the consistency and success you couldn't quite achieve with us. Farewell, and may your new team appreciate your talents more than we sometimes did.