It is do obvious, that good players like JT, Tanev, McCabe, Carlo, and roll players like McMann, Benoit do not follow the appointed leaders Mitchy, AM, Reilly.
Why? They don't lead? They separate from the rest? They are their own clic? They are selfish? I am unsure of the reason, but I am sure that teammates (except Domi) don't like them. Don't appreciate them! Won't go to war for them! Have uou ever seen them talk to other players on the bench. I have not.
I do know for sure, that if I was playing against them I would immediately dislike their arrogance, and I know without thinking that they can be easily neutralized, without push back or fear.
I would hate Tkachuk more, but I know I couldn't neutralize him, would have to watch my back from him and his mates.