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Originally Posted by HawkeyeCB
Are 3rd lines not generally the "#1 defensive line." I keep hearing that DD should exploit #3 lines when in reality he would probably do better against top-2 lines because it will leave more space open for him in the defensive zone.
Eller compete against top-6 lines cause he's a great defensive centre.
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The 3rd line was typically the number 1 defensive line in the 90's and early 2000's, not so much anymore. Most teams goes power on power. DD lining up against other teams number one or number 2 line is not something we want.