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Originally Posted by Ragnar
I think the lines will be in a blender all year. With only 6 opponents Ward will probably tailor the line-up for each specific team we play. After playing Ottawa or Montreal or whoever 3-4 times we'll get a good idea of what works and what doesn't against each team.
For funsies though:
Tkachuk - Backlund - Lindholm
Gaudreau - Monahan - Bennett
Mangiapane - Ryan - Leivo
Lucic - Dube - Simon
I think Dube has the tools to be an effective center in the NHL after a wee bit more experience, eventually supplanting Ryan and Backlund. Braydon Point lite.
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That is a great point, and one we can very much expect.
Two significant factors at play:
1) only 6 opponents
2) a taxi squad of extra players
So the sensible strategy for this season is to build 6 team-specific lineups (injuries will of course be a major factor as well).