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Originally Posted by GullFoss
Valimaki wasn't in the top-6, but neither was Mackey. Im still confused as to how Mackey was kept over Valimaki. They're both NHL quality defensemen, but 26 years-old, I find it hard to believe Mackey has more upside. Mackey had the better camp for sure, but that doesn't seem like a good enough rationale to pick him over Valimaki. I find the decision extremely curious.
But good for him. I hope he makes the most of the opportunity.
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Mackey was a far better player in the AHL last season and Vali was down right terrible in preseason
2 assists aside I'm not sure I would call him an NHLer yet...6th dman on the worst team in the league sounds like a tweener