...and it's not because it's a contract year.
Marty has looked better than ANYONE on the ice now for three straight games. Alright, there's still a little cherry picking and stupid "cute" passes, but who'd have thought he would come out of the gates this strong.
That's right.
Me.
McFly will have a wonderful year this year. Yeah, the possibility of him getting hurt is going to rest pretty heavy on everyone's shoulders (no pun intended) for a while, but what can we do about that?
In a discussion the other day I was reminded of the fact that Marty didn't sit out all those games because he broke his toe or pulled a hamstring. His shoulder kept popping out of it's socket, something that probably hurts a bit. Remember last year when he opted not to have surgery so that he could come back and possibly play? Sure, in retrospect, it wasn't a great idea since he ended up going under, but it shows a dedication to his teammates that everyone seems to think he lacks.
in interviews after last night's game against Phoenix, all anyone was asked about was Marty's goal. The goal was incredible. Nobody even batted an eye. "Marty is an elite player and we expect that from him. He's a leader in the locker room and a leader on the ice." "Marty is incredibly skilled those things will keep happening."
Now how would somebody who is reportedly "soft" be so loved and respected by his teammates?
Because the dude is a great hockey player and from all accounts a great locker room presence.
Who was the first guy in Hanzal's face when he pushed Kaner?
Who made that wonderful cross to Campbell?
Marty was all over the ice last night and boy, is it good to have him back.
I love the kids too, but the most important off-season pick up this year may have already been on the team.
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