It's funny how he talks about Gaudrea (compared to what Francis predicted). Says that Johnny is more demanding of his line mates. You started to see the emergence of the player last year under Sutter, now he has taken that to a new level. I love listening to his pre and post game presers. Made fun of Eric last one. Always says that guys are battling for minutes, and if you don't, great view from the stands. No free ride. When Lucic struggles, his minutes drop off. When the line is producing, they bump up. The good and bad thing about Lucic is nobody can play his game, but also we don't have a roster player to even take a 4LW spot. With Bennett and Dube last playoffs, he was a difference maker. If they can find the right balance of speed (to offset his lack) and possession and forechecking, they will be a dangerous line next month.
Other than injuries taking their toll, we are seeing the guys earnng the minutes. The lines may not be 100%, but we have a pretty good idea of the top 9. Well, it remains to be seen what the combos are, but we are seeing some that don't need changes.