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Originally Posted by Tacoman
Personally, there's no way I'd take Garland for Coleman. We've still got a fair number of smaller players. I love what Coleman brings to the team. Far more than points and he actually chose and wants to be a Flame.
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Oh I definitely agree that Garland is a downgrade on the ice. I like what Coleman brings especially with Backlund. Coleman is also great on the PK, and is more effective 5 on 5. That said, I don't believe Garland is that much of a downgrade, and I could see Garland potentially playing in the top 6 because he seems to be better offensively.
I also question Coleman's age combined with the 4 year contract, and what would he bring as a 34-35 year old in the last 2 years of the deal. Garland is 27, he is signed for 3 more years.