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Originally Posted by transplant99
Really not sure what Bennett offers over Rinaldo any more.
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This is what I said in the GT last night:
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Originally Posted by TheScorpion
Zac Rinaldo is the hockey equivalent of caffeine. Does more harm than good in large doses, but can provide a needed spark on the right occasion.
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Rinaldo is not really effective at 5v5. He has the worst Corsi on the team. His relative Corsi is -8.5%. When he's on the ice, the Flames only generate 41% of the shot attempts.
Bennett is a much more passable player at 5v5. He has the second-best Corsi on the team. His relative Corsi is +2.2%. When he's on the ice, the Flames generate 53% of the shot attempts.
I don't mind Rinaldo as a singular entity. I think he can provide a decent jolt of energy, and I like his shot and speed. But he should not be overused. Bennett is a much more capable option and should be in the lineup on a more consistent basis than Rinaldo.