2013-2014 NHL
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Crimson's Ghost
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Re: 2013-2014 NHL
I think we can all agree, Anaheim should wear the jerseys from last night from now on.
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theoneandonly
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Re: 2013-2014 NHL
I'm still so up in the air on what is going to happen with Maatta. I know the history of young players, especially defensemen, wearing down by the end of an 82 game season. I know he probably should be sent back down. I know he probably will be sent back down. I just have this gut feeling he could actually be the exception to the rule. He just seems like he "gets it".
In a perfect world.... keep Olli up. Ship Letang out West somewhere for a top 6 forward and a pick or two. Addresses the cap situation and adds some depth upfront. I'm more or less just thinking out loud but I wouldn't totally disagree with something along those lines. I like Letang and recognize his talent but it just seems like this team plays much better defense without him.
On another note... I would be 100% in favor of Engelland playing 4th line winger in the playoffs. It gives a little insurance policy on the D. It's easier to play down a forward than play only 5 D for an extended period.
In a perfect world.... keep Olli up. Ship Letang out West somewhere for a top 6 forward and a pick or two. Addresses the cap situation and adds some depth upfront. I'm more or less just thinking out loud but I wouldn't totally disagree with something along those lines. I like Letang and recognize his talent but it just seems like this team plays much better defense without him.
On another note... I would be 100% in favor of Engelland playing 4th line winger in the playoffs. It gives a little insurance policy on the D. It's easier to play down a forward than play only 5 D for an extended period.