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Originally Posted by Bingo
The Flames have 8 clear cut top nine forwards and maybes after that.
Phillips is a maybe because he hasn't had great camps in the past and lacks size.
Pelletier is a maybe because he hasn't proven he's ready to take on this level.
Ruzicka is a maybe because he plays the wrong position and suffers from inconsistency.
Milano is a maybe because he doesn't have a contract, has had concussion issues, and had his last season tail off.
All four guys are maybes, not just Phillips. The Flames don't have that other top nine guy ready.
Phillips can beat the other three out if he proves he's better than the other three.
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I don’t think those players equate. I agree they are all maybes but the potential is vastly different.
Phillips best case is a utility player who maybe carves out a league min year to year role. A feel good story.
Ruzicka is a chance at every coaches dream. A massive guy who can play. The flames will absolutely invest in trying to make that happen.
Milano easily has top 9 skills and could be a 20 goal guy if it comes together. Maybe it won’t, but that’s worth a shot.
Fair or not, Phillips opportunity won’t be the same as those 2. IMO