He's a little young to be on the decline. I think it's more he's probably hit his ceiling seeing his skating isn't improving. In today's NHL skill will only take you so far with below average skating. It's been a pretty bad season for him but he's not alone on this team. I don't think he's good enough to warrant the money he's going to be looking for on his next contract which does put the Flames in a bit of a difficult situation as they will have to decide this offseason if they think he's a guy they want to pay $8-10 million on a long term deal because that family will be seeking maximum money.
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