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Old 12-19-2019, 08:57 PM   #255
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Originally Posted by Joborule View Post
3rd is pushing it. I don't see a NHL GM paying more than a 4th rounder for a forward player who will only contribute defensively. To win games in the NHL, you gotta get more goals than the other team. That requires having players that can score. You use your premium assets to acquire those players, not someone like Backlund who isn't gonna contribute on the scoring summary.
Score always and ignore defense is a pretty good way to be a fan of the Oilers if you're interested...

But I don't think you can honestly believe that a GM will turn down a 3rd for Backs - that's hyperbole after a bad period

He's shanked a ton this year, and looked to be drowning at times to start the season. But as with most of the roster, he's rounded back into form. I also want more from Backs rn, but what I'm reading is absurd
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