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Originally Posted by Erick Estrada
I don't think so. It's not just Neal but the effect he has on his linemates. McDavid turned a replacement level player in Chiasson into a 20+ goal forward so you replace Chaisson with a guy like Neal that has pedigree as a goal scorer then it makes life easier for McDavid, RNH, or Draisaitl. I personally don't believe the Flames sniff 100 points if they don't make the acquisition of Lindholm last season as he played a key role in the career seasons of Monahan and Gaudreau.
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You say he'll improve the Oilers 19 points but doubt they'll make the playoffs.
If Neal scores 30 goals he'll improve the Oilers a few points.
I would guess that the very best players in the NHL might be worth an additional 5 wins for a team, or 10 points.