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Waived: Brendan Smith (Update: CLEARED)

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There's also the scenario where Smith feels like the Rangers just aren't the right place for him and the two parties can mutually terminate the contract - which is probably the Rangers dream scenario but least likely to happen unless Smith feels like the Rangers are going to keep him with the 'Pack for the next three years.

Interesting times in Ranger land.
 
Something happened behind closed doors.

Just can't believe the organization was unaware or so insensitive to do it on his birthday.
 
haohmaru said:
There's also the scenario where Smith feels like the Rangers just aren't the right place for him and the two parties can mutually terminate the contract - which is probably the Rangers dream scenario but least likely to happen unless Smith feels like the Rangers are going to keep him with the 'Pack for the next three years.

Interesting times in Ranger land.
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Walk away from guaranteed money, I doubt he would concede. He could ply this trade in Hartford and be buried, swept under the carpet, or bought out if they can't even stand him in Hartford.
 
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Smith will be back. This is a strong message being sent and I'm sure it will finally wake him up. If he thinks he can just coast on this team then be prepared to ride the bus.
 
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Smith needs to take 100 percent accountability for playing with half a brain and no heart this year.
He played like a beast in a super competitive series in the playoffs last year. Guy obviously stared cashing checks while playing consistent hockey whenever he felt like it. Just a complete cop out to blame the coach.
If he ever gets back to where he was in the 2017 playoffs its not gonna be because of the coach (or new coach) its because of an attitude change and committing to playing intense consistent hockey. Not just when he feels like it.
 
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Reality check..
Smith isn't getting back to anything other than eating a burger.
He rode the coat tails of Skjei, who was playing all world defensively last year..
 
NYR said:
Reality check..
Smith isn't getting back to anything other than eating a burger.
He rode the coat tails of Skjei, who was playing all world defensively last year..
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This is one of the most ridiculous statement I have read all season.

People want to be upset that he didn't show up in shape this year and it showed then fine, I know I am.

But to make mindless statements like the ones above are just a waste of space. Skjei, while playing an improved game last year, was a bit lost in the pairings. Smith complimented his game extremely well. They were our best pair in the 2nd round last year and it absolutely was not just because of Skjei. Smith added a different element to the team that was severely lacking. Not surprisingly, with Smith playing so terribly this year, Skjei has again looked lost in the lineup. Bouncing around. His game has been pretty average as well.

So let's stay away from the ludicrous statements in all that is going on.
 
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RGY said:
This is one of the most ridiculous statement I have read all season.

People want to be upset that he didn't show up in shape this year and it showed then fine, I know I am.

But to make mindless statements like the ones above are just a waste of space. Skjei, while playing an improved game last year, was a bit lost in the pairings. Smith complimented his game extremely well. They were our best pair in the 2nd round last year and it absolutely was not just because of Skjei. Smith added a different element to the team that was severely lacking. Not surprisingly, with Smith playing so terribly this year, Skjei has again looked lost in the lineup. Bouncing around. His game has been pretty average as well.

So let's stay away from the ludicrous statements in all that is going on.
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Speaking of mindless.
The fact that you're even defending this guy is laughable at best.
As a matter of fact, your defense is better than his lol
Skjei carried that pairing thoughout the playoffs and it's not even disputable.
Smith literally had ONE good week since he's been here and that was against the Canadiens.
THAT'S IT..
 
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Remember when he re-signed and I said it was a **** contract and got yelled at all summer?

I mean, this is ****ing stupid, because Smith is a good enough d-man. Nobody can play for **** in this system, though.

More evidence that GM and coach are on the same page?
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The only caveat is, were you arguing against signing him bc you were saying he'd play this badly. Or were you arguing that he wouldn't be worth it even if he continued his good play from last year? Because if it's the latter then your argumentwas very debatable and not worth crowing about here. That's what players his age, at that level get paid. Maybe a little less but it's not unreasonable. If it's the former and you just felt he was going to be garbage then you totally called it
 
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NYR said:
Speaking of mindless.
The fact that you're even defending this guy is laughable at best.
Skjei carried that pairing thoughout the playoffs and it's not even disputable.
Smith literally had ONE good week since he's been here and that was against the Canadiens.
THAT'S IT..
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God I am not even going to touch this inappropriate assessment that is based on literally nothing. No facts. No stats. Nothing. One good game? Skjei carried him? L.O.L. Clueless.
 
RGY said:
God I am not even going to touch this inappropriate assessment that is based on literally nothing. No facts. No stats. Nothing. One good game? Skjei carried him? L.O.L. Clueless.
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Skjei couldn't carry a fanny pack.
 
RGY said:
God I am not even going to touch this inappropriate assessment that is based on literally nothing. No facts. No stats. Nothing. One good game? Skjei carried him? L.O.L. Clueless.
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No facts, no stats?
He could barely crack the lineup here or Detroit and when he did he stunk up the place.
Now..He literally got waived 44 games in.
WTF are you watching?!
If that isn't "Clueless" IDK what is..

EDIT: PS.. @RGY I respect your insight as a poster but I don't appreciate being called "mindless" or "clueless" so if you don't want that thrown right back in your face maybe you shouldn't be so rude.
Just sayin..
 
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