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Originally Posted by FlamesAddiction
I don't think anyone is arguing that, but a good puck distributor who can elevate their linemates to score more can be more valuable than a player who scores more goals.
Who would you rather have on your team? Zach Hyman (54 goals), or Barkov/Barzal (23 goals each).
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Who would you rather have? Matthews or JT Miller (69 apples) I can do it too.
To answer your question, you need both. Scoring goals is the hardest thing to do in the NHL. And downplaying it, by arguing that the setup guy is more valuable, is a bit disingenuous