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Originally Posted by newlander
No argument there, we don't need Downey anymore IMO. Just not enough room with all the young talent we have. But the grinders I mentioned above are very much needed in the playoffs to do the dirty work in the corners and along the boards. Not all the skilled guys can stand up physically all season and the playoffs to do that. The game is DEFINATELY geared toward the skilled guys now in the regular season. But in the playoffs........the grinders are worth their weight in gold.
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I can still see a role for Downey (enforcer) but do not forget about Kopecky (he lead the team in hits before getting injured I believe). He could replace Drake quite nicely.