I know I'm doing it wrong, and the proper reaction is to jump straight to outrage, but I would think the most likely thing here is that Lucic is just there as a placeholder.
Sure, if Lucic is on Huberdeau's line tomorrow night, rage away - it will be warranted.
But my guess is that he is using today to see who wants to step up and show they want it. And we'll see tomorrow who that is.
Sure, it seems weird to juggle the top 6 after a solid, 5-goal win. But the only change is moving Mangiapane to Backlund's line which, frankly, I think is a good move.
I also like Lindholm's line as it is.
The primary issue with the team right now (other than injuries on defense). is finding a RW for Huberdeau-Kadri. It isn't going to be Lucic. So it will be interesting to see who is there tomorrow.
If it is Lucic tomorrow night, then I think Sutter is sending Treliving a pretty strong message - GET ME ANOTHER TOP 6 RW!!!
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