Option 2:
Gordon William Gibbles was taught by his father that it's better long term to play a clean, respectable game. He had seen many players who had their career cut short from retaliatory hits, trips, and other attempts to get even. This is part of how his dad had such a long career. GW spends a lot of time in the gym to combat those who pull dirty tricks. If he is in better condition physically, he will be able to counteract any advantages as well as shut down his opponents. He is definitely not one to shy away from laying out a big hit on the opposing team to send the message that messing with him on the ice will have consequences. There was one incident in Great Falls where an opponent from Regina tried to trip him on his back check away from the play. On the very next shift, GW let the puck end up on the side boards before he broke the glass with his check.