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Originally Posted by Classic_Sniper
Even with "bad" linemates, Lucic still managed to finish 6th among Oiler forwards in scoring which really speaks to their lack of depth more so than anything else. But with 3rd/4th line minutes, I think Lucic managed to muster up a respectable position in the Oilers line up.
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Lucic didn't actually play those minutes though.
He played 940 minutes at even strength last year. 375 minutes with one of McDavid, Draisaitl or RNH.
That's 40% of his ES icetime with one of the Oilers few good forwards.
Lucic was also on the first PP with McDavid, Draisaitl, and RNH for half the season.
To say that Lucic scored 20 points from a bottom six role last season isn't accurate.
I think if the Flames are looking for a bounce back candidate from former Oilers, Talbit is much more likely to have a strong season.