Pierre-Luc Dubois creates excuses for his struggles with the Los Angeles Kings
Pierre-Luc Dubois blames unclear expectations in L.A. for his poor performance, a stance unlikely to win him much sympathy.
Despite being a former 3rd overall pick in the 2016 NHL Draft, veteran forward Pierre-Luc Dubois' recent struggles have raised doubts about his status as an elite player, even among his supporters.
Dubois is coming off what many consider the worst season of his career as a member of the Los Angeles Kings. His disappointing performance ultimately led to his trade after just one year into an 8-year contract with the Kings.
In a recent interview with La Presse, Dubois shared insights into why things went so wrong in Los Angeles. He hinted that part of the problem was the lack of clear communication from the Kings' organization.
"I get confused when there are grey areas. I ask myself too many questions. It's something I've been working on since I was young. And, from my very first conversations with the team, I didn't really know what was expected of me. I didn't know where I fit in. You can't play well when you're asking yourself too many questions."
Dubois' comments may surprise many, especially considering he signed an 8-year contract with a hefty $8.5 million annual cap hit. Yet, he still felt uncertain about his role.
He also pointed to his relationship with Kings head coach Todd McLellan as a factor, though he acknowledged some responsibility for the situation.
Although Dubois tried to overcome his struggles, he said he never felt fully comfortable throughout the season.
These remarks likely won't sit well with Kings fans and could raise concerns for Washington fans, where Dubois now plays. With 7 years remaining on his 8-year deal, Washington will be hoping for a better outcome than what transpired in Los Angeles.
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