We just need to keep in mind that a lot of those other 4th line players are obviously playing with different linemates and on different teams. The question really is can Bellemare produce better if the situation around him is improved?
- MJL
I thinks Pebs can produce more with better line mates.
I have suggested on here before that the way to improve your bottom 6 players is to improve your top six. No need to sign additional 4th liners. Pebs contract can be moved or even waived without much negative impact.
If #2 sticks, Weal is resigned and Lindblom crack the line up and Val for a full year, the team is better top to BOTTOM.
in no particular order. G, Jake, Weal, Val, #2, Simmer, Schenn, Coots, Lindblom, Pebs, Veccs, TK. Thats 12!
Rafl, Weise, Read, Cousins, Laughton, Leir. One of which goes in the ED. Two sit in the press box and three on the Phantoms.
Edit, That top 12 leaves either Weal or TK looking at some fourth line duty. I think Weal Veccs and Pebs could be interesting. Maybe stick Cousins in for Pebs.