I would lean heavily to keep Brodie and Gio together to start the season unless in preseason Hamilton and one of those two click instantly. I think a good start will be critical for the flames.
Out side the box thinking, since Gio, Brodie and Hamilton seem to be able to carry a pairing, why not have each on their own pairing. You bring down the minutes of the top pairing (could benefit to keep the legs fresh) but it ensures every second of the game one of those players are on the ice. At that point you play the hot hand for matchups.
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