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I think that there have been some great points made in this thread ... udscott included. Especially the point about how so many other posts have been much crueler. Valid points.
Here's my rub ... these type of shots (especially starting a new post on a Freshman who has played about 1 min average per game) are mean spirited.
These are public forums and everyone (fans, athletes, parents of athletes, Flyer-haters, etc.) reads them. After all the're free. If we are talking about pro players ... I say mean is fun! There are no rules.
I am convinced that John Crosby's confidence was severely damaged due to the meanest posts I've ever read. I was embarrassed by our cruel spirited posts...including mine. I could never understand that the coach and players said that in practice he was outstanding and in the Arena he suffered (except on defense). I think that speaks volumes.
I think that we need to ensure that we don't start another Crosby avalanche. Nip it in the bud and try to encourage our freshman. The discussion doesn't have to be candy coated ... just factual. Let's not purposely try to embarrass our UD players.
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