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Originally Posted by SuperMatt18
Huberdeau was good for the last 30 games at 5v5.
His 2.7 points per 60 at 5v5 for the last 30 games were actually right in line with his previous three seasons in Florida. (204 GP - 2.7 points per 60 at 5v5).
His 18 points in 30 games was second in the team behind only Toffoli (19) and would have ranked T-31st in the NHL.
He produced like a 1st liner for the final third of the season and was still playing better defensively - he had actually started to figure out how to produce while still playing how Sutter wanted him to play. The problem was his Powerplay production was terrible, more because of usage though and being used on the 2nd unit.
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I'm hoping that even with the extra freedom to create, some of the good defensive practices will stay with him.