“Michael Hage won’t be the kind of player who makes a difference.”

A clip was played suggesting that Hage won't be a game-changer in the NHL, and Ward agreed. It's still clear that Hage won't automatically be a “difference maker.” On the other hand, analyzing Ward's comments, one can also interpret them as implying that Hage will never be a player who truly makes a difference. For now, Hage can make a difference with the puck, but without it, it's more difficult. He isn't the most responsible player (though he's not mediocre) and he doesn't really get physically involved.