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Originally Posted by polak
Playing on the 4th line...
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i agree, but at what point do we draw the conclusion that backlund is a secondary player who simply doesn't drive play and make his linemates better? it has also been difficult to justify viewing him as a solid defensive/checking center.
i've been a fan of backlund ever since he was drafted, but continue to wait for him to actually become an effective player at the NHL level. if he isn't looking at monohan's injury as a window of opportunity to prove that he belongs, then i'd be very disappointed. Hopefully today's the start of the turnaround for him.