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Originally Posted by Erick Estrada
I've been mildly disappointed with Frolik. I never expected him to be a major offensive contributor but I expected more than Joe Colborne offensive numbers and I realize he does other things well but IMO not that well. He's a good all around forward but I don't see much value with his contract based on this season's play. That said I wouldn't be surprised if he has a better 2nd season as Flame after getting this season under his belt. That said I agree he's not a goo fit with Monahan and Gadreau.
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I'd say this has more to do with (a) his injury and (b) being shifted up and down the lines. I think you are correct with respect to next season--a full season under his belt, hopefully no more injuries, and he'll be a great asset.
I'd also like to see him play with Bennett more regularly. I realize that Backlund/Colborne/Frolik are working really well lately (arguably our best line against the Bruins), but Frolik and Bennett seemed to click well earlier in the year, especially because they can keep up with one-another, speed-wise.
Plus, I think Frolik is a smarter player than Jooris/Ferland, and could give Bennett better options offensively. I assume Bennett is playing with those guys in a third/fourth line role right now to give him "protected" minutes as a developing centre. Still--would like to see if Frolik/Bennett can develop some offensive chemistry, longer-term.