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Originally Posted by GioforPM
Because Gaudreau's offence makes up for his lack of D so much so that he is better. Would you say Backlund is better than Gaudreau?
Because Giordano is, IMO one of the top all around defencemen in the league. And only a couple years removed from serious Norris discussions. IMO his play in the second half was as good as ever.
Maybe I'm underselling Barkov, but I don't think he's as good as those two guys.
eta: this isn't a Monahan v. Barkov comparison as your post suggests.
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It's really hard to compare players like Barkov and Gaudreau as their skill sets are so different, but I'd wager than most GM's if given a choice would chose Barkov over Gaudreau if given the choice.
The value of a big defensively responsible centre who can score is just too great in todays NHL.