After the play Appleton made on Nino's goal, I'd say he's safe for now, he still seems to be a cog in that line.
But Anderson-Dolan has the ability to make that a bigger, more physically imposing line.
I think organizationally you always have to look down your depth chart. Replacements for Appleton on Lowry's line have consisted of Vesalainen, Reichel, Poganski, Harkins, Kuhlman. If Apples goes down it's good to have a guy who can step in and keep the pace of play up.
You need certain guys who can have long stretches in the PB. Gustasson has been one of them, Stanley. Practice hard, stay positive until you get your chance. Be a good teammate. For players who have had long stints in the minors, making the show and staying in it is enough to be happy about. I think JAD has the Kings connection in his favour. Maybe the Calgary angle too. As a way to fit the team. Honestly if he gets waived, would a team like Calgary pick him up as their 4C...He's better than Rooney. Guess we'll find out tomorrow what coach and GM think.