Roughly 2/3rds of the Flames regular squad. I get it though, that top line needs time to build chemistry and build some confidence early. Huberdeau and Lindholm only played on a line together for about 15.5% of total ice time last year, our powerplay will also benefit from them building that regular chemistry. I sort of lament the fact that we will never get to see how good a Huberdeau-Lindholm-Tofolli line could have been if they'd been given the lions share of the season to build some chemistry. Coronato looked good out there, I think he's ready to take the step. I'd like to see Coronato get a look on the top line wing at some point, I think he's a natural fit for Huberdeaus style of play. Solovyov looked pretty solid out there too, strong stay at home defenseman who blocks shots too. I think a year under Tanevs tutelage could really help him round out his game. I know it's preseason, but I think this is a start on the right foot!
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