Blue & Green Posted May 19, 2013 Share Posted May 19, 2013 More embarrassing to learn that Hank was "bred' by 4 other captains . THere's no arguing that Hank is mature, classy etc, however, it is not a nice memory or an inspiring moment to see your captain sitting on the ground, hugging the leg of a SJS D-man who is pushing his head into the ice repeatedly. Can't imaging anyone doing that to Dustin Brown, Joe Thornton, Z Chara, Backes etc. Hockey is a testosterone filled, macho sport and the ability to intimidate and physically dominate is a huge part of success. Having a captain that won't hit, won't go to the tough areas, gets pushed around and punched without retaliating and who plays a finnesse/perimeter style of hockey is not only uninspiring but also inneffective, especially in the NHL playoffs. I firmly believe Hank's teammates like and respect his leadership. I also believe having to do the heavy lifting for a captain that gets preferred on-ice starts and is not required to do the dirty jobs is a reason the team has trouble raising its compete level. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CookieCrumbs Posted May 19, 2013 Share Posted May 19, 2013 I would be into a captaincy change. But are they really going to strip Henrik of the C? No. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apollo Posted May 19, 2013 Share Posted May 19, 2013 seeing hank in the world championships, his dominance on the PP ... his overall play and leadership has made it evident to me that you have to be on crack cocaine to strip him of captaincy Kesler played 1 period of good hockey in a four game series. STOP CROWNING HIM AS GOD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ice orca Posted May 20, 2013 Share Posted May 20, 2013 Shea Weber. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THERETOOL Posted May 20, 2013 Share Posted May 20, 2013 if anyone gets the C it would be Bieksa .. he is the leader of this club .. they are a different team without him Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baggins Posted May 20, 2013 Share Posted May 20, 2013 Because having a 'C' on your jersey instead of an 'A' makes you a leader? Ummmm.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snucks Posted May 20, 2013 Share Posted May 20, 2013 Agree 100% This team has become emotionless. Kesler is a true heart and soul guy and knows what to say and how to play to get his team going. He wants to win, he wants to win now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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