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Vinny01 · 08-30-2015, 10:43 AM

Last year the Flames were able to Benefit from having some solid pairings that appeared poised to be together for years.

The Brodano pairing as many fans likes to call them started a season earlier in 13-14 and were regarded as one of the better D pairings in the league. Last season there was a legit argument to say this was the best pair in hockey.

It took a while but once Backlund was healthy Hartley was able to move Monahan onto the Gaudreau-Hudler line and one that unit was put together they really took off. Monahan hit 31 goals and 62pts and Johnny had 24 goals and 64pts to lead rookies in scoring.

A couple of players will be joining the Flames this year that could change these dynamic pairings and I want to know your opinion on this.

First Dougie Hamilton was a huge add for the Flames. A 22 year old RHD who played tough minutes and produced in Boston last year. He is the Flames 2nd highest paid Dman (first next season) and is massive part of the future. The Flamea have 3 right hand shots in their top 6 now and it could make sense to pair Dougie with Gio right away. Brodie would likely pair up with Wideman and Russell could play with Engellend. There is also the Smid factor and if he returns perhaps he bumps Engellend out and Hamilton plays with Russell on the 2nd pair? Lastly Hartley could decide to play Brodie with Dougie to have a young pair that could play together for the next 10 years?

Up front enter Sam Bennett the highest draft pick Calgary has ever had. We all know how last year went for Sam and with a summer of training under his belt he is poised to come in and challenge for a top 2 center role next year. Monahan is a big body that can play a heavy 2way game but also has great smarts and offensive instincts. Bennett has dynamic speed and skill while playing a gritty in your face type of game. Gaudreau is the Flames offensive catalyst he is a true playmaker with elite IQ and vision.

I am going to predict by the end of the season Bennett will be on the same line with Johnny and Dougie will be paired with Gio

08-30-2015, 10:43 AM	#1
Vinny01 Franchise Player Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: CGY Exp:	Monahan+Gaudreau - Gio+Brodie or Bennett+Gaudreau - Gio+Hamilton Last year the Flames were able to Benefit from having some solid pairings that appeared poised to be together for years. The Brodano pairing as many fans likes to call them started a season earlier in 13-14 and were regarded as one of the better D pairings in the league. Last season there was a legit argument to say this was the best pair in hockey. It took a while but once Backlund was healthy Hartley was able to move Monahan onto the Gaudreau-Hudler line and one that unit was put together they really took off. Monahan hit 31 goals and 62pts and Johnny had 24 goals and 64pts to lead rookies in scoring. A couple of players will be joining the Flames this year that could change these dynamic pairings and I want to know your opinion on this. First Dougie Hamilton was a huge add for the Flames. A 22 year old RHD who played tough minutes and produced in Boston last year. He is the Flames 2nd highest paid Dman (first next season) and is massive part of the future. The Flamea have 3 right hand shots in their top 6 now and it could make sense to pair Dougie with Gio right away. Brodie would likely pair up with Wideman and Russell could play with Engellend. There is also the Smid factor and if he returns perhaps he bumps Engellend out and Hamilton plays with Russell on the 2nd pair? Lastly Hartley could decide to play Brodie with Dougie to have a young pair that could play together for the next 10 years? Up front enter Sam Bennett the highest draft pick Calgary has ever had. We all know how last year went for Sam and with a summer of training under his belt he is poised to come in and challenge for a top 2 center role next year. Monahan is a big body that can play a heavy 2way game but also has great smarts and offensive instincts. Bennett has dynamic speed and skill while playing a gritty in your face type of game. Gaudreau is the Flames offensive catalyst he is a true playmaker with elite IQ and vision. I am going to predict by the end of the season Bennett will be on the same line with Johnny and Dougie will be paired with Gio