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“We actually have 10 defencemen when you think about it,” said Treliving of the left-shooting Valimaki, who is flourishing in the minors following a lengthy recovery from a high ankle sprain.

“We just want to keep him playing right now. It’s exciting because Rasmus is popping all over and the other guy (Valimaki) is going to be a star. He’ll be back. He’s playing 24 to 25 minutes a night, in all situations and has been dominant the last 3 or 4 games.”