I think they are better, when we look at it from a team perspective.
Weaker on wing, but stronger at C, which was needed
Stronger on D
Better puck moving from the D
Probably weaker on the PP, but we'll see - JG and MT out, but JH and MW in (and Kadri on PP2)
Better on PK
Better suited to Sutter hockey
Built better for the playoffs
And most important, IMO, more team speed.
Out: Gaudreau, Tkachuk, Monahan, Gudbranson, Ritchie
In: Huberdeau, Kadri, Weegar, Rooney, Pelletier
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