Miller Time
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They should be in the hunt. Thompson, Cozens, McLeod & Lafferty is pretty good down the middle. Definitely better than what they had.
Krebs has lost his spot in the lineup, as he should. He simply hasn't been good enough for Buffalo. I would not be surprised at all if he gets waved.
Malestyn gives them a physical, defensive grinder that can kill penalties. McLeod will be a huge help in that area, too.
Buffalo was within 7 pts of a playoff spot while having the 29th ranked PP. They were 13th in PK. I think they've improved their forward ranks. It at least has more experience.
The biggest shift for them will be Ruff imo. If he can get the full buy in of guys like Dahlin, Power & Thompson, they'll be a more consistent and tougher team to play against.