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Old 08-03-2017, 02:10 PM   #460
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Originally Posted by Jeff Lebowski View Post
How would you dole out ice time with the balanced lines? I think, in terms of gameplay, the coach will always try to get his best offensive players the most ES ice time.

To that end, the change I can see happening is Tkachuk getting an increase in his ice time ie he plays with Gaudreau - Monahan.

With his skills, I think CGY needs to maximize his impact on the games.
I don't think its that hard. The coach can roll the 3 or 4 lines fairly evenly at even strength. I think some coaches dole out more equal even strength ice time than you're suggesting. More ice time for your most offensive players is brought about by powerplay in particular.

I agree that Tkachuk can be leaned on a little more heavily this season. That's why I wouldn't mind seeing him moved off the Backlund/Frolik line. Not because that line isn't effective but I think it could make the other 2 scoring lines more effective overall. I think Tkachuk could really help a guy like Bennett explode offensively. I think he'd be a fine fit with Monahan/Gaudreau as well but that line seems strong with Ferland too.
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