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While this is true, we have our future 1-2-3 locked up for 4+ years (either under contract or RFA status with Matthews, Nylander, and Kadri). It's not a huge concern right now and I'd actually be pretty shocked if we didn't have Matthews and Nylander as our 1-2 punch for the next 10+ years.
Most likely we are looking for a #3C to replace Kadri in 4 years due to cap reasons (hopefully not!) so that gives us the next 2 drafts still (or trades/FA) with a chance we won't need another center for longer if Kadri ends up re-signing.
For once I'm glad we're better stocked on the wings, defense, and goaltending as I believe our centers are the most set in stone once Nylander transitions over in a year or so.
Nothing wrong with having another strong one in the pipeline. They can be used in trades if needed. Teams are always looking for centres. We were for almost a decade. Just say we have Matthews, Willy and Kadri locked up and all the sudden in 2018 we get lucky and take the next Leon Draisaitl. You then deal Kadri, or even this new kid for a king's ransom.
I just think drafting and developing at C is tough and when you can, that player becomes extremely valuable.