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Originally Posted by Ziggy Lidstrom
I agree but his value is plummeting as we speak. I hope they are trying to see if he can bring any offence without Johnny to boost his value in buffalos eyes
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I think he probably needs to be moved down the lineup and backlund moved back up to 2nd. Not getting much for him, unless he is a salary makeweight not a lot of sense in trading him. But the opportunity cost of giving him so much prime ice time, especially PP is hurting the team.
Historically he was a player who thrived on quick hands, release and positioning. Never a great skater or very assertive.
Maybe it is confidence but am afraid his wrist injuries have taken a major toll on his puckhandling and wrister and he ain't coming back including this year will be three seasons now where his overall production is 0.5-0.6 ppg. Such a great person but I think the flames need to get him going fast or move on from him in the top 6 if they want to salvage the season.