After watching both of them in the line up, I think the Flames should send Mangiapane down to Stockton and play Hrivik on the fourth line. Eat Bread is younger and would benefit more from the big minutes and scoring role down in the minors. He could use some more time to get stronger. Hrivik is better suited to the fourth line and I was so impressed with his board play and the way he uses his size. I guess they don't actually have to send anyone down until Jagr or Frolik get back but just thinking that Mangiapane should be playing not sitting.
Lazar was good against Carolina. Hopefully he is gaining confidence and can build on this to keep helping the team.
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