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Originally Posted by Wolven
It wasn't that long ago that people were worried that there was no way Monahan was going to be available for the Flames to draft because he was too good and likely to be snatched up in the top 5.
Now that he is a Flame you are doubting if he will ever score 67 points?!?
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There was never a question Monahan/Lindholm would be there ever since we knew we had the 6th pick.
And yes, I believe that if Monahan hits 67 that would be huge for him. His scouting reports all have tagged him as a potential captain, 200 ft player, no real weaknesses, and a good-great offensive game. He was never noted for gamebreaking offensive ability like some of the other elite scorers in the draft. Most have him pegged as best case Jonathan Toews(who many say was the better scorer at this stage) who has sat around 68-76 most of his career. Jordan Staal has only hit 50 points once, and for the last few seasons Eric has been in the 70s. So yes, it is very fair to say we'd be happy with 67 from Monahan in his prime.