Many thought including head coach Kris Knoblauch that this would be a short term injury. Unfortunately, it seems that he has taken a step back and remains on the sidelines. The 34-year-old seems to have adopted the bench and many players look up to Gagner.
Having played 1033 games in his career while scoring 196 goals or 332 assists for 528 points, he's the kind of leader the team needs and can give the players advice and mentor ship to help them for the grueling schedule that's about to hit.