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Originally Posted by calgaryblood
Why wouldn't Granlund crack the roster? He could be a winger and a great 4th liner. He'd be an upgrade over Stajan that's for sure.
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Unless they are in the faceoff circle. Or providing veteran leadership. Or standing up for teammates.
I think you are actually underrating Stajan's skill level based on who he has had to play with. He may hit a wall this year due to age, but while he's not as fast as Granlund or as good at shooting, he has decent instincts, has decent defensive ability and a good zone exit.
Plus he's clutch:
