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Originally Posted by Textcritic
Or, more likely we will see what is to be expected: young, inexperienced players overwhelmed by the pace and relentlessness of defending against the best players of the world when they will inevitably be thrust over their head onto the second pairing because of injuries. I have no doubt that at least two rookie defensemen will get multiple games in the lineup this season, but this realm has signalled that they are ready to compete now. They need veteran depth on defense to do it.
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I strongly disagree.
Very few coaches have the ability to shelter like Gulutzan can this year. Kulak didn't make more mistakes than Bartkowski, Grossman or the like. We're taking 15 sheltered minutes a night. What better opportunity to bring a plate along is there? If not now, when?