Chiasson was the best player on the top line for a stretch of games where neither Gaudreau or Monahan seemed capable of hanging onto the puck or making a play. Then, as they improved a little, Chiasson regressed a little, and started looking more out of place there.
He is what he is - a depth guy capable of potting in some goals. I was hoping he would be that early in his career "Dallas guy" that scored a bunch, played fairly physical, and attacked the net a lot. Somewhere along the way, he just turned into a 'meh' player. He isn't hurting this team. I think he is helping, actually. I wouldn't scratch him - just don't give him that much ice time.
Chiasson is a decent depth guy who you eventually hope gets pushed out by players in the system, but it is really hard to complain about him as he is probably out-producing his cap hit, and in today's NHL, that is important.
With that said, I hope the Flames destroy the Leafs tonight. I want Hamilton to be a force all over the ice so that those idiot "Hamilton sucks anyways" sour-grape losers can STFU. Hat trick for Hamilton, 3 assists and beats on 3 of their punks (not that he ever fights..). Triple Gordie Howe Hat Trick please. Too much to ask?
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