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Originally Posted by Mr.Coffee
You had me right up until you said Monahan was “willing to do whatever it takes”. Yikes. That couldn’t be more wrong. When the going gets tough I see Monahan whither away. Sure he hit a little bit more this playoffs, but he absolutely steadfast refuses to play true playoff hockey and that is precisely part of line 1’s main issue.
After a whistle scrum you’ll see Monahan wander up close to another player and stand there to pretend like he’s interested in protecting teammates but not actually do anything. Every. Time. You ever see him block shots? You ever see that intestinal fortitude you think Gaudreau lacks? They both severely lack it. Monahan is the most overrated player on this site in years. He has a tremendous shot and can get the puck up at ungodly angles... and that’s... that’s about it. To win a cup you need way, way, way, way, way more from your #1 C.
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Monahan goes to areas that Johnny will not. He will take a hit to make a play. Whistle to whistle is what counts.
Yes, I have seen him block shots and be there for his teammates.
He shows leadership....and never have I seen him whine.