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Originally Posted by mile
Having great depth at center is never a waste.
I'd rather try packaging our other forwards for help on defense first.
Bennett and Backlund can be shifted to wing if needed, and be shifted back to center when injuries occur.
A few people are saying trade Backlund in this scenario, but I'd be very hesitant to. He very well could end up being the best defensive centre we have, even after our other centers reach their prime.
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It's a waste when you have one stacked position, and others are weak. No elite teams that win cups are lacking elite D.
While Brodie looks great, it's really only the second half of last season and 8 fans this year. The future looks promising, but it's far from certain like a high pedigree pick would. Gio will likely start declining soon. For most defensemen, that starts around 30, which he's on the wrong side of.