As if everyone wasn't already aware, Brad Richards had a pretty miserable season in 2012-13.
After registering 66 points in his first season on Broadway in 2011-12, Richie took a turn for the worse in his second campaign. Although he did manage 34 points in 46 games, the former Conn Smythe Trophy winner was irrelevant most nights.
His decision-making was poor, there was no intensity in his game and, maybe most noticeably, he simply looked out of shape. Richards chose not to explore alternative employment options during the lockout and it was obvious that his decision to remain home was a mistake.
Richards was so bad that it seemed to almost be a given that the New York Rangers would buy him out with their second compliance buyout in early June.
However, general manager Glen Sather and the rest of the Rangers' management had faith in Richards and believed he could turn it around with a full training camp and new, more progressive coach.
As a result, Richards remained a Ranger.
And, as of now, it looks like the Rangers made the right choice. Through eight games in 2013-14, Richards ha ...
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What’s Behind Brad Richards’ Resurgence in 2013-14 Season?
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