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Originally Posted by calgaryblood
I like that lineup but I'd switch Hudler and Ferland and Bennet with Backlund. Don't think you can break up Hudler, Monahan, and Gaudreau.
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Except Hartley has been experimenting with it this preseason. There have been hints in the off-season that Hudler could play with Bennett a lot, since he's been so good with our rookies these last 2 years.
Ferland adds size & a power game to the Monahan & Gaudreau line. Frankly that should be putting fear into the hearts of our opponents.
Frolik - Bennett - Hudler makes a lot of sense as you can comfortably give the rookie tonnes of ice time with 2 responsible veteran 2-way players. He may have to learn Czech though...
Bouma - Backlund - Colborne provides us with an excellent 3rd line.
The 4th line wouldn't be short of veteran presence:
Raymond/Byron/Bollig - Stajan/Shore - Jones/Jooris
I'd say we're in great shape heading into this season. Great balance of talent & depth.