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Forum: Armchair-GMNov. 22, 2023 at 11:29 p.m.
Thread: East beast
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>GM_SZK</b></div><div>No blow up here. Hanifin is a hometown kid and legit top pairing. Zacha is great but Lindholm is a better fit overall.</div></div>

Hanifin’s skill set is too redundant with both McAvoy and Lindholm. He is either diminished or Lindholm would be. Nothing personal, he paying a premium for a player that you can’t fully utilize is a mistake when it comes to roster building Don Sweeney understands roster construction and while I think Hanifin and Lindholm are similar caliber players … I don’t think there is a fit here.

While I think Lindholm is the more proven player, I’m pretty comfortable that Zacha at his price point offers more flexibility and with the way he’s playing, I’m not sure the difference now is as big as you’d suggest.

I could see a Lindholm deal. That’s really the only one and it will be using picks, prospects, and salary filler.

I’m personally of the opinion that a Duclair or Vrana might be the better add
Forum: Armchair-GMNov. 15, 2023 at 10:57 a.m.
Thread: Lindholm to the Bruins
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>tupty</b></div><div>Agreed on all of this with a caveat: Zacha could slide back to wing if an elite C was available, or down to 2C in the event of injuries or slumps.

Also if they re-sign Debrusk, he can play either side. So really any top 6 F spot would be fair game, depending on who is available and what the cost is. Due to their flexibility and lack of picks, they may be best served seeking 2RW/2LW either in FA or in a bargain deal.

As for the D, they should only seek low cost and low event steady players. No more multi-year 3m+ guys on the third pair. I do not know enough about Zadorov, but I don't think they should chase Hanafin. They should probably look in-house.</div></div>

TBH if they add a center I see them moving Poitras to wing this year. Would cut down on the pressure and responsibility of playing center. Plus his faceoff % is hovering just above 40%. Certainly could move Zacha to wing, or Coyle, but those two are playing very well where they are.

Novak from Preds would be a great target. Could provide secondary scoring from C or Wing. Cheap contract. Lots of flexibility.