Patrick Division
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Unfortunately, Simmonds Schenn and Lecavalier are likely to play on the same line again. The idea of Schenn on Giroux's wing is the most logical solution but it's far from a guarantee, especially after Berube's comments on the 1LW spot. I don't see Couturier and Read being broken up and neither Lecavalier, Simmonds or Schenn will play with them. The one wildcard here is if Laughton makes the team and shows he can play a some of Couturier's defensive minutes. If that were the case there is less impetus to keep Read and Couturier together, and Couturier could be eased into a more offensive role.
Schenn-Giroux-Voracek
Simmonds-Couturier-Lecavalier
Umberger-Laughton-Read
Bellemare-Raffl-Rinaldo
I think Simmonds on the left is a great idea. He is right handed and I've noticed he scores a lot from the left side anyway. I think this top 6 might be ok.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hoEuF0xSCww
Sorry I don't know how to embed. Its Simmonds hat trick all from the left side.