GDT: GM33: DK @ PLD 5:00pm EST

[StrikingDistance]

From NHL.com:

"After scoring 13 goals in 169 games over his first three NHL seasons, Protas has 14 goals in 33 games this season, including three in his past two games."

It's almost like gaining experience, being trained by a top-tier coach, and being put in a position to succeed (top 6 mins w/ great players) actually leads to more productivity. #Snarklevel1000

 

[CapitalsCupReality]

It's almost like gaining experience, being trained by a top-tier coach, and being put in a position to succeed (top 6 mins w/ great players) actually leads to more productivity. #Snarklevel1000

Hmmmm….could they be thinking this exact thing with Lappy?

 

[DWGie26]

Hmmmm….could they be thinking this exact thing with Lappy?

That is the goal. And then others behind him. They don’t all work out as well as Pro and McMichael. I would say they have both exceeded draft expectations this year. I believe Lappy can lead a third line from C spot for Caps. That third line will likely be a faster skilled line versus the big dawgs in top 6.

Definitely need to stay patient with him. Want to see how he handles these next games as 3C while Eller is out. Then decide if he stays or goes to Hershey to get extended playing time. Would be good for both player development and Bears.