If you compare Vrbata and Iginla with regards to playoffs appearance both have played on horrible teams that didn't make the playoffs often. Iginla has been in the playoffs 7 times out of 20. Vrbata has been in the playoffs 5 times out of 15. The big difference is one guy can take the hitting and scuffle after the whistle and the other one can't. One guy will defend a teammate and fight if needs to the other can't. If the Flames are looking for third line player Iginla is the man. If they are looking for first line player Iginla might not be able to keep up with Sean and Johnny. He sure can protect them but he might get more penalties for it. Sharp is a proven winner that could help the looker room and also compliment the third line.
The game tonight will be a bruising affair. If the Flames are manhandled by the Kings then Iginla will be better fit then Vrbata.
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