"I think offense lower in the lineup is more important than defense" is a brilliant point. I think playoffs will reveal how much of a luxury it is that the Hintz line is as defensively sound as they are, while also generating elite offense. Also would rationalize splitting up Harley-Heiskanen as the top pair, but maybe I'm projecting a bit there since I'd like to see Miro-Tanev as the first pair.
Unfortunately I agree the Hak - Nils debate is settled. PDB will play Hak because physically he looks like he should be a better defender especially come playoff time. I still think Nils has a shot at being a long term piece of this team. Having him as a 3rd pair RHD would make most teams jealous.
"I think offense lower in the lineup is more important than defense" is a brilliant point. I think playoffs will reveal how much of a luxury it is that the Hintz line is as defensively sound as they are, while also generating elite offense. Also would rationalize splitting up Harley-Heiskanen as the top pair, but maybe I'm projecting a bit there since I'd like to see Miro-Tanev as the first pair.
Unfortunately I agree the Hak - Nils debate is settled. PDB will play Hak because physically he looks like he should be a better defender especially come playoff time. I still think Nils has a shot at being a long term piece of this team. Having him as a 3rd pair RHD would make most teams jealous.
11 eh ?