When Darryl since he's been back, has mentioned in interviews that he's talked to Brad a bit regarding players, he probably just said we need to be bigger. A little input like that is enough to sway the GM on different players he may have been looking at.
I also think Mikael Backlund has been more noticeable, seems to be playing with a bit more of an edge. I noticed that last year already since Sutter took over. He's a really skilled player, good stick handler, skater, that maybe gets a little under utilized for those good skills he has.
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