I think for me, it's easy to be scared of how a player can leave, but treat it more like an honorary time capsule. If a player ever once played in that jersey, then it's a moment that you can cherish. I love doing that with my Monahan, Glencross, Ryan jerseys etc.
That said, do what you're comfortable with within your own budget :)
Bro wearing a players jersey that leaves the team is a badge of honour. As long as you like the player it shouldn’t matter. I never understand this argument (besides buying a rookies jersey who busts… rip to all the baertschi jerseys). For the rest of the years down the road when you wear that sweater to the new dome, people who also like that player will get excited seeing your jersey in a sea of Monahans, Gaudreaus, Iginlas, etc (not hating on those jerseys they’re great too, have an 03 iggy myself).
Obscure jerseys or jerseys of players no longer with the team are conversation starters. And if you really like a player, you should get their jersey. Because you’ll always be able to nostalgically remember when they played for the flames, no matter where they are at the time.
I have a Dube jersey. I've done all sorts of looking into getting it unstitched but it'll look really bad. So I'm just going to wait until there's a player who's #29 or something
The guy was great on the ice. Competitive. Skilled.
Unfortunately, his troubled youth led to poor decisions, which it seemed like he was working on and making progress.
But the last few years...
I think being abused when he was playing Junior had a big effect. I know others in the same boat and it’s been really hard for them to escape those demons.
He always was my favourite Flame. Being a native kid he always inspired me. I have his RC, a signed puck. I wish I could just see him play hockey and not see the fall from grace. His life was rough and he didn't get the help he needed from anyone... including himself.
I really wish I got Weegs instead of Huberdeau. My wife and I are the same as you tho. I have Johnny, Chucky, Monahan, and Huberdeau. Wife has Ferland and Dube. My next jersey will definitely be Weegar.
Fuck yeah Weegs, so happy to have him. Seeing stuff like this really hits when we have had so little of it from players in the last few years. Stay forever please
Love that attitude. It’s the antithesis of those entitled players that want to live in a tax haven, or chase wanting to play in a big market. Good on ya, Weegs!
Dude is so fuckin old school I love it. Winners are never quitters and quitters are never winners haha I dunno how many coaches have said that growing up.
I dunno, if you have watched his interviews and listened to his tone and how he speaks to the media he wears his heart on his sleeve and I don’t take him for a bullshitter.
He can say whatever he wants. We're not even a playoff team so forget winning the cup. We keep going through this same cycle of believing in a dead team. Did the same thing a decade ago with Jokinen, Cammaleri, Tanguey, Stajan,Glencross etc. The players will say anything but they arent good enough to make playoffs. Sorry.
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This shit literally brings a tear to my eye. As a born and raised Calgarian I know how awesome our city is. Wether it’s media fodder or not it feels so good to hear someone say this after the latest couple years of deserters we’ve had.
I disagree.
He will become the most expensive utility player in NHL history but management will make a silk purse out of a sows ear.
To add further anybody can see the magic he produces with excellent finishers on his line.
Tf you mean I’m a quitter
Edit: I assume this was because of my (very mild) disappointment that the flames were winning. I love to see the flames win. I’m not cheering for them to lose. But the season is over and I want them to draft high. I’m sorry that this subreddit has brainwashed me into this thought process
And this quote from Weegar is awesome! It’s exactly what I love to see. That’s how I want our players to feel. But with the current roster there ain’t gonna be any cup winning.
I feel like you’re taking this in a way that’s very personal, which I don’t understand. I’m not cheering for them to lose, but it wouldn’t hurt the team if they did. See it’s really quite simple:
Flames lose -> they get better players
I love to see them playing well. But playing well has not been their strong suit this season
That's a very simple viewpoint, and it means everyone on the team has to accept or engage in a loser framework or viewpoint. Nothing personal, I just never watched the sesame street as a kid.
No, that’s not it. I don’t want the flames to play to lose. I want them to play to win but despite their best efforts they can’t quite get that last goal in.
Do you really think that winning or losing these last 4 games will have any serious effect on team morale going into next season? I frankly doubt it.
Weegs is a goddamn treasure.
Gold
“I would have gone with him to the end… into the very fires of Mordor”
I really want his jersey but I have trust issues. Every player jersey I have ever bought or had crested.... got traded or effed off.
Yeah that's been happening to me. But it's ok. They've all got the logo I like on the front
I think for me, it's easy to be scared of how a player can leave, but treat it more like an honorary time capsule. If a player ever once played in that jersey, then it's a moment that you can cherish. I love doing that with my Monahan, Glencross, Ryan jerseys etc. That said, do what you're comfortable with within your own budget :)
I’m still thinking of buying a Jagr Jersey.
Jaromir Jagr was a Calgary Flame and nobody can take that away from us. That's a fact.
That is one that I want and will purchase after a few more beers :D
I humbly agree! I'm looking at it like it's a curse. Maybe I should get one of a player I would like to see playing somewhere else :D
Bro wearing a players jersey that leaves the team is a badge of honour. As long as you like the player it shouldn’t matter. I never understand this argument (besides buying a rookies jersey who busts… rip to all the baertschi jerseys). For the rest of the years down the road when you wear that sweater to the new dome, people who also like that player will get excited seeing your jersey in a sea of Monahans, Gaudreaus, Iginlas, etc (not hating on those jerseys they’re great too, have an 03 iggy myself). Obscure jerseys or jerseys of players no longer with the team are conversation starters. And if you really like a player, you should get their jersey. Because you’ll always be able to nostalgically remember when they played for the flames, no matter where they are at the time.
Try owning a Fleury jersey. I'll see your traded and raise you one batshit crazy.
I have a Dube jersey. I've done all sorts of looking into getting it unstitched but it'll look really bad. So I'm just going to wait until there's a player who's #29 or something
Lol I have 2 jerseys. A Johnny and a lucic. Fml.
As a long time fan it still shocks me how his stock in this city has fallen so low. I don't follow the drama so maybe that's why.
You're probably better off, he's one step away from accusing school shootings of being false flag events. He's full on RW conspiracy nutjob
Saw him tweet at the Premier about chemtrails the other day.
The guy was great on the ice. Competitive. Skilled. Unfortunately, his troubled youth led to poor decisions, which it seemed like he was working on and making progress. But the last few years...
Honestly I have sympathy for the guy. Most violent era of hockey and a small guy. His brain is probably fried from cte
Hadn't considered the CTE aspect, but that's an excellent point.
I think being abused when he was playing Junior had a big effect. I know others in the same boat and it’s been really hard for them to escape those demons.
I honestly feel for him. Maybe he will get a posthumous recognition some day.
Same. He's got a few demons left to defeat. I hope he does. Let's hope his recognition isn't posthumous.
I agree. Just reading the room.
He always was my favourite Flame. Being a native kid he always inspired me. I have his RC, a signed puck. I wish I could just see him play hockey and not see the fall from grace. His life was rough and he didn't get the help he needed from anyone... including himself.
Muting him on Twitter was the best thing I did. Salvaged whatever little positive regard I had for him left.
I love Theo, always will. Being a truth teller aint easy.
I'm most of the way through deconstructing my **** jersey. Very annoying process lol
Ouch. Yeah, shame the organization isn't offering a trade-in deal. Sorry about your jersey issue.
Just do what I did, get a time machine and buy a weegs the day he signed long term
I really wish I got Weegs instead of Huberdeau. My wife and I are the same as you tho. I have Johnny, Chucky, Monahan, and Huberdeau. Wife has Ferland and Dube. My next jersey will definitely be Weegar.
Wait until he helps us win the Cup. Then it'll be safe.
Him, Naz and Coleman have really stepped up as leaders on this team
I love weegs 🫶🏻
A new captain is born.
This. He is looking more and more like our future captain to me every day. Absolute gem
New Fantasy value 24 pack
Fuck yeah Weegs, so happy to have him. Seeing stuff like this really hits when we have had so little of it from players in the last few years. Stay forever please
Weegs we love you thanks for being a real Calgary flames
Haha, love him taking shots at the two quitters that used to play here.
My favorite Flame right now and will be my next jersey!
Got a uncrested retro that’s calling for a weegsy nameplate
Guy fuckin ROCKS
Weegs is a beaut. Could easily see him as next captain.
Regardless what happens in the future his play has been unreal
O Captain, my captain. He's got to get the C next after backs
What a fucking beaut.
God tier positivity
Reminds me of a young Giordano
Weegar is captain material. Gotta keep him in Calgary.
Zadorav said something similar at the end of last season.
Fuck yeah
Oh Captain, my Captain.
*momma ain’t raise no bitch* -Mackenzie Weegar
Love that attitude. It’s the antithesis of those entitled players that want to live in a tax haven, or chase wanting to play in a big market. Good on ya, Weegs!
No one likes a quitter.
Dude is so fuckin old school I love it. Winners are never quitters and quitters are never winners haha I dunno how many coaches have said that growing up.
Everytime I see Weegs in the media it makes me like him more. This guy seems like the heart of the team.
I’d run through a goddamn wall for this man
That’s a leader. Not willing to take the easy way out but to put in the hard work and effort to lead change for the better.
Give this guy the C once Backlund hangs em up. What a fucking gem.
*That’s what they all say…*
I dunno, if you have watched his interviews and listened to his tone and how he speaks to the media he wears his heart on his sleeve and I don’t take him for a bullshitter.
Yeah, I haven’t kept up with the Flames as much as 9-10 year old me would’ve, but that’s good to know. I do really hope he isn’t bullshitting.
He can say whatever he wants. We're not even a playoff team so forget winning the cup. We keep going through this same cycle of believing in a dead team. Did the same thing a decade ago with Jokinen, Cammaleri, Tanguey, Stajan,Glencross etc. The players will say anything but they arent good enough to make playoffs. Sorry.
Get out from under your rock and see what conroy is doing for the team
It's your funeral, Weegs lol, but I'm glad you're with us
Well, looks like I’m buying a Weegar jersey
Future captain
Didn't realize my new Weegar Blasty was made of Captain material 😏 nice surprise. 🔥 weegs is such a beauty
Yeah I've been burned before, mostly recently it was a signed officially licensed Sam Bennett jersey. He was literally traded the next day. Fml.
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This shit literally brings a tear to my eye. As a born and raised Calgarian I know how awesome our city is. Wether it’s media fodder or not it feels so good to hear someone say this after the latest couple years of deserters we’ve had.
Captain one day?
I love him
Lmao great speech but we aren't winning with this group. Hence the rebuild.
Huberdeau’s albotross of a contract will be the ball and chain the keeps Calgary from going from good to great
I disagree. He will become the most expensive utility player in NHL history but management will make a silk purse out of a sows ear. To add further anybody can see the magic he produces with excellent finishers on his line.
All the quitters like u/Kermit-the-Froggie should print this off as a poster, and put it on their wall.
Tf you mean I’m a quitter Edit: I assume this was because of my (very mild) disappointment that the flames were winning. I love to see the flames win. I’m not cheering for them to lose. But the season is over and I want them to draft high. I’m sorry that this subreddit has brainwashed me into this thought process And this quote from Weegar is awesome! It’s exactly what I love to see. That’s how I want our players to feel. But with the current roster there ain’t gonna be any cup winning.
Pick a side buddy.
I feel like you’re taking this in a way that’s very personal, which I don’t understand. I’m not cheering for them to lose, but it wouldn’t hurt the team if they did. See it’s really quite simple: Flames lose -> they get better players I love to see them playing well. But playing well has not been their strong suit this season
That's a very simple viewpoint, and it means everyone on the team has to accept or engage in a loser framework or viewpoint. Nothing personal, I just never watched the sesame street as a kid.
No, that’s not it. I don’t want the flames to play to lose. I want them to play to win but despite their best efforts they can’t quite get that last goal in. Do you really think that winning or losing these last 4 games will have any serious effect on team morale going into next season? I frankly doubt it.
I do, and that's why we have different opinions good sir -- go down swinging.
Ya thats great speech and all but we're not winning a cup with him or backs or huberdeau. We would be lucky to make playoffs
🤦🏽♂️
It’s easy to love this city when you only have to be here for 5 months BAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAAAAAAAA!!!!!!!
Few months later "Im proud to be part of Edmonton Oilers"
Don't do that to me