There is nothing anonymous about using Gmaps on Graphene nor any OS for that matter. If you install the app on your phone, Google will receive all your queries and what not.
You just have to get comfortable with planning ahead instead of just winging it and looking up directions on the go. I know there are times you will still get lost especially when traveling through a new area but you can mitigate the number of times you need to check the map by planning ahead.
OSMand is the only one with accurate public transit directions. Magic Earth does not provide all transit options.
Lastly, don't worry about having to pay for a Google phone. It's just a drop in the ocean and afterall it's not your money they want. It's your data.
Damn. Why so late in the offseason? Is he gonna be able to play his usual game after a major surgery like that? Although Kane also had back surgery and he was looking pretty good skating around and working out.