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1qqaaz · 07-12-2016, 11:40 AM

I would hope either Brouwer or Frolik can slot on the top line. They are consistent offensively, responsible defensively. They have shown that the can produce at the NHL level. They're not AHL tweeners, or 4th line grinders.

It would be irresponsible to put Tkachuk on the top line in his rookie season. I would rather shelter him on the third line with powerplay time. For Tkachuk, development is more important than anything else. While I do think he should be in the NHL, I don't think a top line role is good for him.

Ferland has no offence. I get that he might be able to create space and even drive some possession. But I don't think his play justifies a top line role. In terms of forwards, I think only Bolig and Bouma produced less last year. They were not given the same opportunities as Ferland. Same goes for Chiasson, I'm guessing. I doubt he has the offensive touch required. I get that his role would be to create space, but you can't have the puck dying on his play.

I doubt Shinkaruk/Jankowski even make the team (barring preseason injuries). It's borderline silly to put them on the top line. I guarantee they lacks the consistency required in this role. Plus, I would rather put someone more defensively responsible there.

I think the optimal player would have size, consistency, offensive awareness, experience, and be defensively responsible. Gaudreau and Monahan are still young, so I don't think it would hurt to have a vet on their line.

07-12-2016, 11:40 AM	#55
1qqaaz Franchise Player Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Indiana Exp:	I would hope either Brouwer or Frolik can slot on the top line. They are consistent offensively, responsible defensively. They have shown that the can produce at the NHL level. They're not AHL tweeners, or 4th line grinders. It would be irresponsible to put Tkachuk on the top line in his rookie season. I would rather shelter him on the third line with powerplay time. For Tkachuk, development is more important than anything else. While I do think he should be in the NHL, I don't think a top line role is good for him. Ferland has no offence. I get that he might be able to create space and even drive some possession. But I don't think his play justifies a top line role. In terms of forwards, I think only Bolig and Bouma produced less last year. They were not given the same opportunities as Ferland. Same goes for Chiasson, I'm guessing. I doubt he has the offensive touch required. I get that his role would be to create space, but you can't have the puck dying on his play. I doubt Shinkaruk/Jankowski even make the team (barring preseason injuries). It's borderline silly to put them on the top line. I guarantee they lacks the consistency required in this role. Plus, I would rather put someone more defensively responsible there. I think the optimal player would have size, consistency, offensive awareness, experience, and be defensively responsible. Gaudreau and Monahan are still young, so I don't think it would hurt to have a vet on their line.