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Originally Posted by Kasi
Not really true in Backlund and Coleman’s case. They actually do get put out tons against opponents top lines. Sure getting some offence is fine but I don’t think they’re too worried about that when they put them out against McDavid. Anyone who thinks Ruzicka is even a consideration there is kidding themselves. Sure he has some skills but does anyone think his lack of pace and effort are a good fit for a bottom line or checking role?
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Yeah, they do but the metrics usually show Backlunds lines in the high 50s for corsi meaning they are pushing the other team in their own zone, if you convert those chances that's more goals.
Ruzicka isn't going to play he isn't good enough. His pace of play is to slow, and I won't say it's a lack of effort, but he looks disinterested out there. Remember when he scores his first ever goal, he just skates off to the bench guys with zero fire won't play for Sutter. Actually, thinking about Sutter's comments about him it might be an effort issue on the ice not off the ice, hes talked plenty about him giving a 2nd and 3rd effort on plays which he doesn't.