But it's already been said by another poster that they heard a different story.... That being Sam turned up late for the bus that day. IF that's the case, then the management had every right to tell Sam he wasn't travelling.
devilsfan66, you are clearly keen to blame Franny for this one, but all of his decisions are surely endorsed by G, so really it is the both of them that you should be aiming this at.
All rumours anyway...
As for my own thoughts, I thought Sam Smith's puck control and positioning was off the pace for Elite League hockey this season. In fairness to him, he looked as though his confidence was shot to bits.
However, having fought so hard for that 9th spot last season, it seems he wasn't willing to apply the same work ethic this time around.