Jagr will improve that entire 3rd line, not merely through his own play but through example and wisdom. Bennett will find the puck on his stick in the o-zone a few more times each game, which may provide the spark he need to break through, which he is close to doing. Versteeg is already playing quite well which helps.
I'm happy with the Flames depth, even last night was okay, but we need contributions from line 1 every night. Depth is only relied on to produce every odd game. It's the top lines job to be regular contributors. They are there because they have the skill set to put the puck in when the depth can't. The team won't take off until they put it together up there, simple as that.
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