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Originally Posted by yourbestfriend
No one is disputing the amount of goals he scores, but that isn't the only metric by which you judge a #1C. They need to impact the game in every single aspect, which is why I keep bringing up the eye test. I do feel like the previous poster was a little harsh in his assessment, but he's not too far off. Monahan doesn't really have a whole lot of impact on the game unless he's scoring.
The team needs help down the middle more than it needs help on the wings.
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I know I will get grilled for this but with legit rumors that Edmonton will be forced to get rid of nugnet-hopkins, would a player like that ever help solidify the second line and powerplay for that matter.
It would cost us Hamilton or gio, as those are probably the only two players Chiarelli would be interested in.
In most cases you need really strong depth down the middle to succeed in the NHL, and I just don't see that with Monahan and Backlund.