There are a couple of players who are getting a of of credit because they have size and get to use that advantage in leagues where size is considered a big advantage. The NHL is not a league where the size in question is considered an advantage. This size is more the norm than the exception. You want to draft players that are exceptional. I think that Lindhold has an exceptional skill set. I will take that over two players that are achieving success because of their size advantage. Lindholm stick handles in a phone booth and is an exceptionally shifty player on his skates. I'll take guys like that every opportunity I get. The fact that Lindholm also brings a physical edge to his game is a bonus. I'll take the highly skilled Lindholm over the lesser skilled, but much smarter (hockey IQ), Monahan every day.
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