My main argument for Iginla to be in the picture is I think they need at least 1-2 old guys that have been through the good (Vancouver) and the bad (Turin).
Iggy, St Louis, Nash and Thornton (Boyle and Staal were alternates...not sure if they got in?)
St Louis did not play in 2010, but assuming he plays as well as last year, he is the obvious guy for that role. Should he be injured/playing poorly, perhaps it's a different story? Given the number of RH d-man, I don't imagine Boyle getting there.
Also, don't you dress 13 forwards and 7 defensemen in international play?
I'd probably prefer Iggy or Thornton as a 13th man over Carter, Richards, Sharp, Lucic, or one of the greasers in that roll. I'd take Iggy over Thornton based on fitness and true winger vs. the 12th centre on the team.
I think he would have the best chance of making a real impact if things are tough and they need to insert someone new to play on a top line.
This is all assuming he is on a 30 goal 70 point pace...
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