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Originally Posted by Sandman
And there's that, too. Huge guy who can skate-part of me wonders if most of his problems would clear up with a new team, a more "winning" environment, and better coaching. I've heard that playing D is hard under Kruger (not that it explains previous years), and that is the reason you see a sharp decline with Montour and Miller.
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I think part of Risto's problem is who he plays with. This past season about 70% of his ES time was paired with McCabe or Montour, the season prior around 70% of his ES time was split between McCabe, Scandella and Pilut. In 17-18 over 80% was with Scandella and Beaulieu.
I think you put him on a better team that has more defensive depth and I think he looks more like the defensemen we all thought he was becoming a few years ago. I also don't think he's ever really had that vet to teach him things either.