It is surprising to have a 17 goal scorer out of the line up but who does he replace? Dube? Ryan? I would argue that Dube is a more dynamic center, better passer, and a faster skater. Ryan is better defensively and better at faceoffs.
Janko is mostly a shooter. Has some good hands and protects the puck well. But Bennett and Neal are both similar players. Someone needs to pass the puck on that line and Bennett isn't the best playmaker. Dube is a better fit on that line.
Janko is a big man. If he can protect the puck and continue to use his size, I'm sure he will play his way back into the lineup. He just needs to make the most of his next opportunity.
Peters won't let him sit out too long. I'm sure we see a Frolik - Janko - Ryan line when we're playing some softer teams. Ryan probably taking most of the faceoffs though
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