Just because he doesn't seem "into it" when they give out the bike helmet, doesn't mean that necessary the case. That could just be his personality and he doesn't get as hyped up in those moments.
Well, part of Dorion's job is convincing players that they should want to play here, and create an environment that makes this team a desirable destination, so it absolutely has something to do with Dorion. You can argue he's at a disadvantage compared to some teams on that front, and I won't disagree but part of his job is to sell Zub on playing in Ottawa.
Whatever… its also the job
You asked what it has to do with Dorion, the answer is that's his job.
Because I like Zub. I think he is a good defenceman that can play a good complimentary role for Sanderson. I just don't think he's the second, third and fourth coming of Jesus. He has shit stats because he plays on a shit team, however, Chabot also plays on that same shit team and has much better underlying zone stats because he is a star. Zub is the best of a lot of bad players outside Chabot on D but he isn't Devon Toews here. People throwing around 6M salary for a player who would be a 4D on any team hoping to compete in the playoffs is absolute bananas.
It's not quite the same situation though.
If we can keep it "fair" and reasonable, whatever that number and term is, I think we should just do it.
He’s not selling anything directly to the players at contract time. He’s talking to agents that all know the score. He has to lay out the teams direction, the players role on the team, and a contract with dollars and terms. If that’s what you mean by ‘sell’ then sure.
Well that opinion doesn't align with how the very public Tavares negotiations went
Lol indeed, look In the mirror before accusing others.
Dude, you’re wrong it’s ok to admit it. I look fine in the mirror as usual.
Dude, you’re wrong it’s ok to admit it. I look fine in the mirror as usual.
Sure, I'm wrong because you feel like you are the arbitrator of truth regarding a GMs role in attracting free agents. We can agree to disagree here, but you should probably not resort to personal attacks as the basis for your critique.
Of course that's what he means. What do you think it is? They would talk marketing opportunities, profile on ads...a value proposition about raising a kid in Ottawa, etc...
The used car salesman snarkiness is leading the charge for being silly.
Just look at a lot of other sports. Rolling out the red carpet for players is not uncommon and a big part of the sell job. I don't expect that every time, especially for what we're shopping for, but it seems crazy to imply it isn't a factor for the GM to be able to sell players on the team, location, etc.
