I think Sven's puck management and decision making can be a lot better...
But last game I thought his effort was there, and that he was in a better position to succeed playing with two better defensive players in Stajan and Stempniak. I'd like to see that for a couple more games rather than another benching.
On another note, Monahan has obviously been much more consistent and overall better than Sven this season, but compared to the other young guys his icetime has barely fluctuated. Meanwhile, Colborne and Backlund are taking turns on the 4th line. Is that because he has been that much better, or because Hartley promised to use him if he was kept up for the year?
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