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Originally Posted by Resolute 14
In this case, I don't think so. Monahan had the added advantage last year of us being a bit like the Oilers this year - we had a dearth of centres and he was almost needed to step in. But Stajan is here long term, Backlund has solidified himself, and of course, Monahan is now established. Even if he didn't need to grow into his frame a bit more, Bennett is not served by playing a part time or fourth line role. Give him a few games to get a taste of what's to come, then send him down to dominate in junior.
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Monahan was also a full year older and, it looks like, he was just physically bigger....thicker.