It is clear that the coaching staff have a different zone entry plan for PP2 than PP1. PP1 is essentialy give it to Johnny and see what he can do. The zone entry design of PP2 is predicated on quick forehand to forehand passing between Bennett and Ryan as the move through the neutral zone.
Based on the design, I see no better option than Ryan. The only option I might prefer would be for Lindholm to play that role and have Rasmus replace Lindholm on PP1.
The flames right handed offensive depth chart is quite limited:
1. Lindholm
2. Ryan
3. Hathaway
4. Czarnik
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