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Originally Posted by Enoch Root
A lot of people are complaining about Coleman and his contract, but his situation needs to be kept in perspective. Backlund has not been playing well, and even when he is getting chances, he isn't capitalizing. His 2 breakaways last night were a pretty good example of that. Then there is Pitlick - he is just sinking the line right now. He is really struggling with the puck, to the point where he can't even move it forward through the neutral zone.
There is no way Coleman is putting up points, playing with Pitlick and a cold Backlund.
But we need to find a way to get that line going.
Like you, I think Pelletier might be the perfect solution. His speed and tenacity would really complement the other two. And he has some finish.
But I still think it would be best to keep developing him in the A. Maybe by March he is ready to come up by March.
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I like Pitlick's direct, physical game, but it's more of a fourth line role.
Richardson really isn't doing anything.
Pitlick down and someone in on that Backlund line and you may be able to roll all four lines like he wants.