Gaudreau, Monahan - This is a tandem that will stick for a while. Monahan is they guy that will create space with his bigger body which creates room for Johnny to do his slick moves and hand them off for a shot or to a sniper. Last year we were wondering if these guys could do it without Hudler, and that OT goal helped show it. Finding that sniper/playmaker to replace Jiri Hudler and that line will do wonders.
Russell, Hamilton - I really thought this tandem did well together and it's only to get better as they continue together. Russell can be the guy who helps with Dougie in the defensive zone and can be a great mentor for him. Both are very good skaters that can easily move pass the neutral zone. This along with Gio-Brodie, gives the flames a 1-2 punch for defense.
Hiller - played a very solid game and I was very impressed. I'm glad he stuck to his work of stepping it up and rightfully does so. If I recall Hrudley had said Hiller looked much more relaxed in the dressing room now that there is a regular two goalie rotation as opposed to the three before.
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