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Originally Posted by albertGQ
The first overall pick does not always end up being the best player in the draft. So not sure why some think its absurd to say that Monahan may be a better player than Mackinnen when it's all said and done.
Remember, if the NHL drafted 17 year olds instead of 18, Sean would've been a top three pick. Things can change on a yearly basis.
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Also Monahan wasn't given his spot on the Flames unlike Mackinnen he has defied the odds on a 6th overall 18-19 year old kid and made a big impact.
Mackinnen i truly believe would have made the team regardless. The Avs attendance has been dwindling and so has the interest now they are rushing to the gates. Mackinnen is a ticket draw. So is Monahan but if he struggled the flames would have shipped him back 5 games ago.
Who is going to be better way to early to say but i always pull for the underdog especially if he is playing for the home team. The smart money is on the talented Mackinnen but i think the season ending results are going to be closer than they maybe were predicted after the draft.