Duncan Idaho: veteran presence

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Duncan Idaho: veteran presence

Duncan Idaho is going into the last year of his rookie contract, but for the Moscow Menace he is already considered a veteran. He’s an important part of the team and whenever the Menace want to know about his thoughts, he acts like their Mentat and analyzes the suggested moves. 

 

This has lead to him becoming an assistant captain in S78, his sophomore year. GM Spartan announced the following: 

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“ Our first alternate is just in his second season, but has already showed tremendous leadership both on the ice and in the locker room. He leads by example, faithfully serving not only his lord Paul Atreides, but also assisting the entire team whenever they may need it.” 

 

Needless to say, this felt Duncan with pride. He never wanted to take the spotlight away from his Duke, but if the Moscow management picks him, then he won’t be too proud to deny this honor and serve the franchise however he can.  Being able to play with that A on his chest also made him play like a champion on the start of the season, but soon he felt the weight on his shoulders, that the team depended on him alot. But he kept going and going , despite the results getting worse and this attitude seems to catch on within Moscow, as this season he once again got called out by his GM:

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“ Our first alternate is continuing to carry the A for the 2nd consecutive season, as he did a phenomenal job in the role last season. As just a sophomore, he managed to power through a personal slump in a positive manner, and used that energy to inspire the rest of the team as well. Going into his 3rd season, he understands how important every game is, and how close this team is to being a strong playoff contender. Entering his junior year, his leadership will continue to guide Moscow into the future!” 

He was right, as Idaho indeed had a massive slump last year, early in the season he was 14 points ahead of a point per game pace, but he never was able to keep up with this. He remained positive , not throwing a fit about anything and just worked hard in order to hope to break the slump.  So hopefully for him, this will be the year where he will show the world his hard work hasn’t been for nothing.

Duncan Idaho’s veteran status in the locker room is also shown in how he works with the rookies, as he already helped newly drafted Zdeno Chara on an awesome signature and helps people with questions whenever he can. Idaho is really approachable and doesn’t feel too good for the team, despite being the highest earner on the team in TPA.

 

Moscow is a very young team, and having someone like Duncan Idaho there to lead the way alongside his Duke, will only show the VHL that this team will be destined for greatness. The team is featuring young players like not only Idaho and Atreides, but players like Bob Tristan, Phillip Stein, Hard Markinson, Jaromir Lemiuex, The Seabasstard and Papa Emeritus are a great core to build around.

And even though he is already considered a veteran presence, he definitely sees himself above anyone else in Moscow, and that is what makes it so great.
 

Edited July 26, 2021 by OrbitingDeath