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Originally Posted by Enoch Root
I like the idea of trying to find a diamond in the rough for the first line. And I have always been a fan of Dube - I think he has another level - but I don't think he is the player for that role. It needs to be someone with sniper potential.
For the same reasons the OP suggested Dube, I think Pelletier is worth a try. Can score and can play a two-way game. If him and Huberdeau connected, the Flames instantly get deeper.
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“He’s just a kid. I’ve said it before, there’s lots of these guys who were here before they should have been. They should have been learning the game and playing a little longer in the American League level. He’s his own worst critic, and he listens, and I’m good with that.” - Darryl Sutter in April on Dube.
I would think that Pelletier spends another season in the AHL before getting a shot. His and Dube's progression have been nearly identical. Two very good years of junior after getting drafted and then basically PPG seasons in the AHL as rookies. Only difference is that Dube was "rushed" and was called up for 25games. Pelletier has done nothing to show that he would be better than Dube at the NHL level.
Lets not go crazy on expectations, Pelletier is closer to the AHL than being a Dube replacement or even making the team this coming year.