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Originally Posted by GreenLantern2814
Being on pace for 29 points in the first year of a new contract is within the margin of error for a player like this though - he's a 30-40 point player.
I get that he doesn't get a pass, but at the same time, it's undeniable his value is more appreciable in the post season. He's basically Joel Ward - their career numbers are nearly identical, and Troy's six years younger. Nobody in San Jose would tell you Joel Ward wasn't essential to the Sharks success last year.
You hope he turns it around - Frolik had a pretty underwhelming first year here too.
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Is Brouwer that much of a playoff performer though? Aside from a good postseason last year his numbers aren't very good. He's got lots of playoff experience but who wouldn't playing most of your career on Chicago and Washington. I hope he bounces back too, I just think we could have put that 4.5M towards someone else.
And Frolik was fine last season - had some injury troubles and still managed .5 ppg in a shutdown role.