"When the USA announced their roster for the upcoming winter Olympic games in Milan, notable snubs like Jason Robertson of the Dallas Stars, and Lane Hutson of the Montreal Canadiens were the first two names that were plastered over all social media platforms, but among many notable omissions, the Carolina Hurricanes' Shayne Gostisbehere is a guy who should be given more time of day when it comes to talking about the biggest roster snubs."
"Prior to the roster selction, Gostisbehere was one of only three NHL defensemen who were averaging a point per game, the other two, Cale Makar and Zach Werenski. His offensive talents have been highlighted with his 29 points in 30 games, including 25 assists and a +/- of +10. For the Hurricanes he has stepped up to be a very competent two way defenseman,"
The USA announced its Olympic roster for Milan, provoking many notable omissions such as Jason Robertson and Lane Hutson. Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Shayne Gostisbehere was left off the roster despite strong NHL production. The 32-year-old Florida native was one of only three NHL defensemen averaging a point per game before roster selection, alongside Cale Makar and Zach Werenski. Gostisbehere recorded 29 points in 30 games, including 25 assists and a +10 rating. He has served as a competent two-way defenseman for the Hurricanes and could have offered a versatile, wildcard option. Seth Jones made the team while players like Adam Fox were omitted.
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