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I get your point about the two of Cole and Dumoulin. What you see from those guys right now is what you get. I guess that is my point about Maatta is that he hasn't reached his ceiling, yet. And it's likely not going to be determined for at least another 1 to 2 seasons being that he's only 22 and has missed significant time in his young career. And even in another 1 to 2, that still might not be enough time, as Schultz is a great example of how long you have to wait sometimes for defensemen to really complete the transition to the NHL.
The silver lining we get a longer look at Jake Guentzel.
Truthfully I don't remember any other time in the past with some much talented top 6 forward types in their system. We can't forget Sprong who sadly didn't get a real chance his first time. I can't wait to see what he does under Sullivan's system.That silver lining is looking pretty valuable right now! Guentzel has a goal and 2 assists in four games since his recall, and in 9 games played this season he has 4 goals and 3 assists. Jake's lucky that he slots in on Evgeni Malkin's wing. Playing beside a guy who is going at the rate Geno is right now must be nice for the rookie. However, he doesn't look out of place. I like this kid, a lot. Guentzel needs to bulk up, but his skill level cannot be denied. He's a lock to play in the top nine somewhere.
Have the Pens ever been this flush with scoring wingers? They've got them coming out of their ears, right now!
On the injury front, guess who was placed on IR for the Devils? Yep you guessed it our buddy Beau.Pens 10-2-2 without Letang
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I'm surprised it took him this long to get on IR again.On the injury front, guess who was placed on IR for the Devils? Yep you guessed it our buddy Beau.
Holtby(sp) should've got MVP. He stoned the Pacific in the finals during his 10 minutes. I know he got some help from McDonagh, but still.