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White is the de facto number 1, though Brown could push for that spot, even if it means pushing AA or JGP to the wing or even trade Pageau or Tierney before opening night, though teams very rarely make those deals this early on.
Wolanin is 24 years old. He should have played in the NHL last year over Lajoie, there's not a chance he isnt in Ottawa this year. He's done nothing but show he's an NHL player since he debuted in 17-18. Brannstrom is sick, but he wasn't dominant in the AHL the way Wolanin was, and he could benefit from some more seasoning in Belleville.