I agree Monahan was slotted in the centre role early because the Flames didn't have many other options. His synergy with Gaudreau cemented the role. But he doesn't have the qualities teams typically look for in a centre in today's NHL: speed, the ability to distribute the puck, and defensive acumen.
The player he reminds me of most is James van Reimsdyk. Who isn't a centre.
I wonder if the Flames have considered trying Dube at centre. He played centre in junior, and has all the attributes. The only thing missing is size.
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