Robinson can forecheck, is surprisingly fast, way more agile than he should be, not afraid of the dirty areas or front of the net, and doesn't seem to be a defensive liability.
Johnny played defense, didn't just buttonhook, moved his feet more, and had some fun, when Robinson was moved to his line.
Monahan saw open looks that he hasn't been getting all year, even though they didn't connect for a goal.
I have zero problem giving Buddy a few games to see if he can keep the momentum up. If he fades, then no problem, but if he can play with that intensity consistently, then one of the big RW problems on the team is solved.
I give the odds at 8-1, which is great considering my odds would have been 150-1 before the game started.
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