For a team like Calgary, I think a player like Lindholm is the better fit. If it was Edmonton, I would say Monahan since they already have their offensive centre in RNH.
In my opinion, Monahan is more of a safe bet. He'll play in the NHL but it could be as a solid defensive third-line centre (like I project Couturier to be). I think if you're the Flames you go for the player more likely to be a #1 centre in the NHL in Lindholm even if that means his downside is that he won't be a player.
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