Blockbuster trade collapses due to Rutger McGroarty's poor attitude
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Rutger McGroarty's attitude is creating issues with the Winnipeg Jets and could be jeopardizing his opportunities with other teams as well.
The Winnipeg Jets have had a tough off-season, with limited moves to bolster the team. The biggest concern has been top prospect Rutger McGroarty. Despite his skills, he has yet to debut in the NHL and is drawing criticism for his attitude and perceived entitlement to a place in the lineup.
The Jets have been trying to trade McGroarty for a few weeks now, and a deal nearly materialized at the NHL draft. However, it ultimately fell through as teams became aware of McGroarty's attitude issues.
The Jets and Canadiens were reportedly involved in this situation, but no moves have been made yet, and time is running out. McGroarty has made it clear to the Jets that he will not sign with Winnipeg, forcing them to trade him, or else they will lose him when he finishes his college career and becomes a free agent.
According to recent reports, this is not about a trade but rather a request from the player. In other words, while Kent Hughes' offer to his Jets counterpart is strong, the Canadiens' GM cannot promise certain assurances to the player.
«While a trade seemed imminent at the last draft, all plans fell through. And it's not by chance, according to Winnipeg Free Press journalist Mike McIntyre.
In an interview with Andrew Paterson of the Winnipeg Sports Talk podcast, he revealed the reasons why McGroarty has not yet been traded.
According to his information, teams that wanted to acquire him were put off by the demands of the 20-year-old forward and his camp.»
- Via TVA Sports
In an interview with Andrew Paterson of the Winnipeg Sports Talk podcast, he revealed the reasons why McGroarty has not yet been traded.
According to his information, teams that wanted to acquire him were put off by the demands of the 20-year-old forward and his camp.»
- Via TVA Sports
If this is true, I wouldn't touch that guy with a ten-foot pole! This sense of entitlement is nauseating, truthfully. A 20 year-old wanting guarantees that he will be in the NHL and about his ice time? Prove yourself kid. Earn your keeps! #GoJetsGo
#GoHabsGo #Habs
#GoHabsGo #Habs
His conduct has alarmed many teams, leading to speculation that he might seek a trade to pursue opportunities elsewhere. It was recently revealed that his attitude problems have also put off other teams, causing the Jets to lose out on a significant trade involving McGroarty.
McIntyre said other teams are now hearing the same thing the #NHLJets are re: playing time/assurances. He added there may have been a trade that was close to happening last week but fell apart because the other team didn't like what they were hearing from the McGroarty camp. 2/
The situation could still evolve, but it appears the Jets won't grant him an NHL opportunity until he earns it. For now, his attitude seems to be jeopardizing his future in the NHL.
Source: Puck Reporter
Blockbuster trade falls through due to Rutger McGroarty's bad attitude
Blockbuster trade falls through due to Rutger McGroarty's bad attitude
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11 JUILLET | 213 ANSWERS Blockbuster trade collapses due to Rutger McGroarty's poor attitude Do you think other teams made the right decision by refusing to acquire Rutger McGroarty? | ||
| Yes | 184 | 86.4 % |
| No | 29 | 13.6 % |
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