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Originally Posted by Gaskal
We can't just shove him into the role either. He's played only a dozen games in the NHL. So it seems to be the safe option to stick him on the wing to start the year off. With the expectation that he'll move over to center when his systems play and defensive responsibility are good enough to be a top 6 NHL center.
Putting Backlund in (who is our best possession player and best defensive forward) on his line, as well as possibly Frolik, this could speed the process up greatly.
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Same thing we did with Monahan... He's a natural centre and a good one. Start him on the third line with sheltered minutes and ease him into the role. If he excels, move him up and give him more minutes and more of an important role.