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Originally Posted by Enoch Root
I don't really disagree with your point (that they don't need as much offense from the D because the forwards are producing more), however, the D are on pace for more points (though fewer goals) than last year.
All small sample sizes though.
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Originally Posted by Enoch Root
My view on the D core is that it is more appropriately balanced. They pinch and contribute to the offense, but they aren't just about the offense.
At the same time, the forwards are producing, but IMO they are also playing better team defense at the same time. I would argue that, since the PIT game, Monahan and Gaudreau have played the best defensively that I have ever seen from them.
Good teams play well - offensively and defensively.
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A lot of this is that the Flames are better at transitioning and getting the puck up to the forwards. In the past they played a much slower style, they'd set up in the offensive zone, and then had the defence float in for a shot (especially Hamilton). Now the play is up ice fast enough where the prime chances go to the forwards before the opposition is fully set.