I would not be at all surprised if Stone gets back in for the LA game (and/or Anaheim). Heavy games where his size and physicality would be an asset.
Also, a pretty good chance Dube is out, so Czarnik is very likely to be back in.
And yes, Jankowski is struggling. He could probably use a stint in the A to catch his breath. Other than the goaltending, the biggest disappointment so far this year has been the #3 C. Ryan has been okay as a 4, but zero offense. Jankowski has struggled. The result is that our best sniper, Neal, is not getting opportunities.
I think Bennett at C is the best solution right now. I would suggest:
Tkachuk - Bennett - Neal
with Dube on Backlund's line, but that's probably out the window for now.
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