Whats a Stan to do

Équipe: 2019-20 Blackhawks de Chicago

Date de création initiale: 18 nov. 2019

Publié: 18 nov. 2019

Mode - plafond salarial: Basique

The Hawks are on a tear and what I like most about it, is that the change was systematic. Sooo...yeah, they absolutely can keep this going. Probably not at this pace...13 points in the last 7 games isn't a realistic pace for any team. The transition game looks so much easier for them. DeHaan and Maatta are really helping the back end. Obviously having Murphy back is a big help too. I don't want to read too much into 1 or 2 games because you're never as good as your best game and never as bad as your worst game...but... Seabrook's Plus 5 night in Nashville had to feel good. It's nice to see Seabrook have an NHL caliber defenseman opposite him. Saying that isn't going to make him any younger/faster, but just having faith in your partner that they'll be in the right spot is huge.

With all that said, Stan still has work to do. I give him a lot of credit. Sometimes I feel like I personally give him too much credit, but he's made really good moves this year IMO. Going forward.

A.) Get Lehner extended Jan 1 if you can.

B.) Maximize your return for Gus. Gus is back to his old self. Scoring goals, but even more importantly...making plays...jumping in...being a driving part of this successful turn around.

C.) Shed Smith. He's also had a nice run the past few games, but his play is more the effect of the turn around...not part of the cause for the turn around.

D.) Stay healthy and continue to develop the prospects. I'm 100% fine with Dach playing the 4th line. I'd actually suggest swapping Nylander and Kubalik for a few games. There's no shame if you're not on the top line as a rookie. Take meaningful development steps where ever you can find them.

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