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I heard a really interesting suggestion that we try Nurse at forward. I think that was Staples. It's actually not that strange. Byfuglien won his cup during the season he was moved to forward. Burns did it too.If Nurse is relegated to virtual third pairing status you might as try him on RD. His positioning might actually improve.
If there is any light at the end of the tunnel it should be "the stuff holding Nurse back is basic hockey fundamentals". The easiest things to learn in hockey.
Know when to stand here and look out for this, know when to stand there and look out for that. Don't chase that guy, stay in your position. When a player is crossing the blue line be this close to him and be sure you're at this angle so you can pivot. There is no way he can't learn these things and he has the mobility to do them well.
The really unique thing is when a forward moves to defense. I can only remember it happening once: Federov