Tage Thompson and Rasmus Dahlin or Jason Robertson and Miro Heiskanen?

[wintersej]

I go Buffalo just because I think Thompson’s game will be more predictable in the postseason.

 

[GOALOFSSON]

Dallas duo without thinking twice. If you honestly think it's Buffalo's pair you box score watch the Stars. People assume that since Miro is not putting up 50+ points is he not viable compared to others. Dude is just on another gear that most others D men but unless you watch him play a lot you will never see it. Both Thompson and Robertson are a wash, they both are highly gifted so it comes down to Miro vs Dahlin.

Right, which is what makes it the Sabres.

 

[LongWayDown37]

What happens when he isnt?

 

[LongWayDown37]

He's big, can move well and of course score, but overall his qualities are those of a triggerman winger whereas playmaking, defensive duties, or traditional centerman chores like faceoffs aren't his forte. That's not to say it was a mistake to move him to the middle position, but it's difficult to build a winning team around him as the 1C.

I mean, besides his goal scoring Tage is a top 15 Center in assists…. And he’s no Bergeron but his defensive game is pretty good - his reach is a pain in the ass for opponents. Faceoffs can come with age and experience.

 

[MBTendy]

Tage and Robo even eachother out
Dahlin has the edge on Miro (although by a hair due to the point totals)

Hence the Sabres duo but a coin flip is the right decision here

When it comes to a poll this tight, it can easily change in 1-2 years from now and that’s what makes these debates interesting.

 

[CowbellConray]

I think it simply comes down to player preference. Thompson/Robertson are so close. I think you could say Robertson may have the better two year resume, but Thompson may carry the higher top end potential.

Dahlin vs. Miro also comes to preference. I of course prefer Dahlin, and can point to certain stats this year to share why, but they are close close players. You are talking about minor minor differences in production/ability for both duos.