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Originally Posted by Ritzie
I will say, initially using the term 'prototypical' was not the best choice of words on my part. None the less, I consider him a power forward type player - particularly when viewed against the rest of the Leaf roster - which was my original point. He's played 57 games in the NHL? I certainly expect his game to continue to evolve and IMO he will be a solid PF in this league. I don't think it's "downright stupidity" to expect that. Biggs could be promising in a few years, but will have to show he can actually score at the NHL level and I think Ashton will struggle to make any real contribution to this team. Whatever the definition, this team needs a PF or two and I wouldn't trade/package a young player who has that potential without getting one in return.
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OK, we agree then. Frattin is not a prototypical PF but not being classified as such doesn't take away from his value.
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Originally Posted by LeafOfBread
So apparently Dustin Brown is not a power forward, but Pacioretty is? Alright then.
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Note the use of the term "prototypical". Brown is 10lbs heavier than Kadri and the same height. That is not prototypical PF size.
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Originally Posted by Drew311
It's not like there is a cut off in size when classifying a power forward. It is the style of game that they play. If they are physical, can drive the net and use their strength to work effectively in the dirty areas, they should be considered a power forward. Dustin Brown is a power forward.
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Not everyone who plays physical is a prototypical power forward.