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Originally Posted by TrentCrimmIndependent
Coronato is a tough one to figure out. Seems like he has it, then suddenly looks in over his head. He's close either way, but has to work out the last kinks in his game keeping him from the NHL.
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In my opinion, Coronato will play well if given the opportunity with the right players. No forwards stood out tonight for the flames. I think part of that is because every line was mostly players that are career AHL players or, at best, fringe NHLers. Coronato was playing with Kirkland and Morton. Pelletier was playing with Schwindt and Frk. Obviously the hope is that players will stand out in a good way no matter who they play with. But I watched Coronato start a give-and-go with Morton several times tonight and the second pass never made it back to Coronato. Not knocking Morton… he’s an energy player… not a scorer.
We’ve seen Coronato’s production drop off as the preseason has gone along. I’m wondering what games he’s played in and who with? Just wondering if he has played many (if any) home games. A player like Coronato can struggle with linemates that don’t help generate offence. Honzek has played better of course and deserves a roster spot more than the rest but I don’t think Coronato has been given many games with a more veteran lineup. I would have like to see that.