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Originally Posted by HighLifeMan
Then they should stop playing him as such....
He sits ninth on the team in PP/TOI amongst forwards, and is being primarily used in defensive zone situations at even strength. Opportunity is everything at the NHL level, and Backlund is simply not getting a fair shake on the offensive side of the rink.
Prior to this game..
Offensive Zone Starts
Joe Colborne - 65%
Sean Monahan - 58.5%
Matt Stajan - 53.8%
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Mikael Backlund - 41%
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The extra spaces between aren't necessary. He's 4th but not by a vast margin.
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