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Originally Posted by Hot_Flatus
I find it quite odd that Neal wouldn't be moved up at this point. Whether you argue he hasn't earned it or not, Neal needs a change and this seems like a good opportunity to see if he can get going with different players.
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I think the thing keeping Neal off that second line is foot speed. Tkachuk does not move fast, and I suspect the coaches are leery of going with two lumbering guys on a scoring line with how the Flames have pushed the pace in games this season. With both Monahan and Tkachuk in the top-six, it may just be enough to keep Neal out of it.