Staal has 11 point in 12 games and is +5.
He has had lots of chances to put the puck in the net and also get at LEAST three or four more assists so far this year with Coyle missing his scoring opportunities.
In other words, he's been great. That could be more like 15 points in 12 games if not for well, 'the way the game goes'.
AND FFS, he skates WELL. He isn't extremely agile laterally, but his long stride propels him a large distance which makes up for the average lateral steps. And his straight away speed is actually above average. He has a good top gear, frankly, and of course his stick skills and holding onto the puck are elite.
The guy can flat out pick holes on the goalie too.
I said this would happen!!!!
I also said Coyle would score 30 this year. He's on pace for 27. Help me out here Coyle!!