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Originally Posted by Steve Bozek
If this latest discussion is because there’s a log jam at the top three centre positions that’s keeping Jankowski in the AHL, then the obvious question is whether Jankowski is a better centre than Bennett right now. If he is, then he should be here and Bennet drops to the 4th line or a wing. If he isn’t, then the coach and GM must be thinking increased ice time in the AHL is better for Jankowski.
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agree. and, we are all armchair coaches and gm's in this thread. having said that, Janko looks way better than Bennett to me at this point. My worry is that the decision is being based on the investment and not the production. it is almost like the team is making a last stand with Bennett at this point. if they demote him he basically has one foot out the door and the 4th overall pick will be seen for what it currently appears to be. A bust.
If Bennett were a third round pick or something like that, Janko would already be in the lineup IMO.
I do think the team will eventually have to make the hard decision. If Sam is still a liability (which he currently is at 3rd line centre IMO) after 15 games, moves will be made.
Winning gives them some flexibility here.