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Originally Posted by Flames Draft Watcher
Skating is actually one of his strong points. He's got excellent speed for his size.
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Seriously? Aliu is a horrible skater. He may have some speed but he can't turn or stop worth a damn. If it weren't for the end boards he'd end up in Springbank or Strathmore on the dump ins. Hanowski has an awkward stride and Aliu makes him look like Toller freaking Cranston. Aliu has size, which we desperately need, but his lack of basic skills makes him a player we should not even consider. If he's with the Flames next season that is is a damning endictment on the state of the hockey club. I think we're better than that and have better options.