For me, I really liked Ferland and what he brought. I just don't think he brought it consistently enough. I also think he shied away from fighting for whatever reason, and that was also frustrating at times. After seeing what he could do in that Van series a few years ago, he just always kind of left me wanting a bit more.
Same can be said for Hamilton in a lot of ways. Loved what he brought offensively, and I didn't think he was terrible defensively either but I was waiting for him to develop into a stud 25 minute per night, play in any situation, mean all round #1 defenseman. I'm thinking that might never happen though because maybe he doesn't have the personality to become that. I dunno. Although I appreciated what he brought, he like Ferland, kind of left you wanting more.
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