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Originally Posted by Enoch Root
DeBrusk is younger, but Backlund is the better player, and plays a more important, two-way game. And while DeBrusk is a little cheaper this year, he will be looking for a big raise.
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Almost ten years younger. Backlund will be 35 when his new contract kicks in, DeBrusk is turning 27 and looks primed for a goal scoring breakout.