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Old 09-29-2018, 11:03 AM   #29
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Originally Posted by keenan87 View Post
I think Backlund and Frolik are solid defensive players. However, I really think that Tkachuk has more to offer than 50-60 points a season playing on a defensive first line. Let Backlund and Frolik handle the defensive responsibilities as most of their zone starts will be on defense. As for Tkachuk, let him break out and become a top offensive player. Just my opinion though as I think he can have a lot more points playing with more offensive players.
I get what you are saying but i'm thinking the Backlund-Tkachuk-Frolik produced 2nd line offense with heavy d-zone starts 2 seasons ago (i'm calling last year an off year). I think you leave them together and give them more o-zone starts and give Tkachuk top line PP minutes. I still think he breaks out offensively that way and when other teams try to match that line with their top line you still don't have to worry about it.
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