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Originally Posted by Guest
I'm the last person to provide excuses for others, but it's been a long tough year for Shane Doan on this team. There was all of the talk last year about the team moving, the bankruptcy trial over the summer and talk of relocation, and now the new owners. With the turmoil that has surrounded this franchise over the years, I wouldn't be surprised if it got to him -- especially since he has a young family he has raised here. Add to that it's an Olympic year, which he usually plays too tight until announced to the team, and I think it's a good explanation.
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Not to mention Doaner was out on the front lines defending the Coyotes staying here. He came out in support of the team several times over the summer and was challenged for that stance at every turn. I think Doan wants hockey to succeed here and I think he wants so badly to be the guy that does it (which is why I think he's so damn awesome!!!). Unfortunately it's probably creating a lot of pressure that is hampering his ability to get going. Combine that with the Olympics and well perhaps that's what is going on. I'm not too worried though, a few bounces the other direction and we'd be having a whole other discussion. He's still getting his chances every night so I'm not too worried. I tend to agree with rt, I think by the end of the season he'll be close to his usual numbers.