That's because no one is trying to force passes to him. If anyone truly believes Richards makes this team worse is simply hysterical. Before Nash's goal to make it 3-2 it was quite a flat game in general. Richards would've helped rounding out another line, as JT Miller simply is not ready for a top 6 role which is fine. In my opinion, I hope the Rangers get another center so they can put Richards with Callahan and Pyatt, and then Gabs with the other center and Miller at wing. Miller gives an energy presence that Hagelin gave last year, which I think helps Gaborik's game as it gives him less responsibility in the corners.