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Originally Posted by Five-hole
Yeah depth simpliciter is not the problem, it's NHL-ready depth. Billins is probably not that.
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Actually he's one of the most ready players we have. His resume includes captaining his college team to their first appearance at the frozen four in their schools history and a Calder Cup championship with Hamilton in 2012-13. He was an AHL All-star in 2013 and had 42 points in 62 games with the Heat last season.
His 3 assists in 10 NHL games with the Flames last season is still ahead of the offensive contributions of Engelland and Smid this season after 30 games.
I'd argue he's our most NHL ready depth. Biggest knock against him is his small stature at 5'10".