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Originally Posted by Greyfox
Eastern scribes have not been exposed to Hall's talents.
There is no doubt that Hall is among the 5 top left wingers in the game.
Devils fans will be in for a treat with Hall.
He's absolutely electric.
He'll light up the Eastern conference.
That Hall and Logan Couture weren't chosen for Team Canada this fall has to do with back stage management politics of the NHL that we're not privy to.
Hall is one hell of a good addition to the New Jersey Devils.
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He's definitely a talented offensive player, especially as a goal scorer. But also weak defensively and prone to turnovers, which are the real reasons why he wasn't selected to Team Canada as opposed to back stage politics. And as the best forwards are found at centre more than on the wing, he might be the 5th best left winger and still not among the top 25 forwards or just barely in the top 25.
Oilers' management made the best deal that they could. It's not Chiarelli's fault that the fanbase had unrealistic expectations regarding Hall's trade value.
