utvolsfan
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- Oct 24, 2015
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Sometimes it doesn't really matter how well a guy does in a fight, just being willing to step in when needed is all you need. Ericsson can handle himself quite well. He just doesn't do it often. If you check out his stats on hockeyfights.com you'll see he isn't going to lose many fights. I saw him interviewed where he said he doesn't do it very often because he doesn't want to get injured. I do agree though that having a few more physical type players would be nice. But I like our roster for most part.
I'll guess my point is, Abby and Ericsson are more important on the ice then sitting 5 minutes, not to mention the possibility of breaking a hand. They need a fourth line that is physical. Remember this team has never won a cup without a tough guy on the roster. I agree our roster is good, but it only takes losing Z, Pavel or Larkin for an extended time.