In my opinion Gaudreau isn't far off the wingers mentioned at all but Monahan really isn't comparable offensively or in terms of physicality or speed with any of those other centers mentioned. But this is just his 3rd season. He could become more of an independent offensive force as his career goes on.
I've always believed Bennett will end up being our 1C and eventually play with Gaudreau. Monahan is a fantastic 2 if someone can push him down. But I've always believed we need to put a gifted offensive firecracker with Gaudreau to open up ice for him and I think that's Bennett. They played well together in penticton and I hope we get a chance to see them together sooner rather than later.
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