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Originally Posted by TheIronMaiden
Lucic isn't "doesn't belong in the NHL" bad. But that contract is horrific, I don't even mean this season. I mean the four seasons after this one.
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Really? I disagree. I mean, the thing about Lucic is that he possesses a narrow band of skills, he doesnt have the speed to be on a top line, nor does he have the speed to be on a bottom line.
Hes not overly physical anymore, and even when he is, he grinds players into the boards but still doesnt win the puck so what good is that?
He still has a shot and decent passing, but he takes so long with both that by the time he executes anything the play is either already dead or well anticipated.
So he doesnt have the abilities to play on the top 2 lines, he doesnt have the tools to play effectively on the 4th line so really, you're stuck throwing him on the 3rd line in terms of 'damage limitation.'
Hes not going to be great and he is least likely to hurt you, but hes also a boat anchor that isnt going to help you.
Brilliant signing. One of Edmonton's best.
But yes, the Oilers are going to pulling
hard for a compliance buyout.
Another astute move for Chia to put a feather in his cap!