"That's why this one probably hurts more, the unknown for next year with him ... He's done so much for this group and sacrificed so much that it would have been nice to make a good run for him. So it's disappointing ... He's the backbone of our team. Obviously, the biggest part of our team. We want him to come back. But whatever happens, he's earned the right to make whatever decision he wants and take the time that he needs. I guess time will tell."
