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Originally Posted by CliffFletcher
Monahan put up points. But he was never more than a one-dimensional scorer. He couldn’t/wouldn’t back check, wasn’t very good at puck pressure or cycling, had no jam to his game, was poor at zone entries, and was never even considered for the PK. He had a good sense for getting open and a very good shot. Paired with one of the best stickhandlers and passers in the game, that made him a productive player.
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He was a productive player before Gaudreau arrived, showing promise to be at least a top 6 player with character. IIRC, he was being touted as future captain material during his rookie season.