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Sep 23Liked by Eric Schumacher

I've always WANTED to root for Columbus -- especially as they drafted two of my favorite players from 2024 in Lindstrom (dude is the absolute truth; had him 2nd overall on my big board) and Elick (still pissed Dallas passed on him). But man. How the hell is Nash on the fast track with his resume?

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LOVE LOVE LOVE Lindstrom man.

I feel like a heretic for saying it but I just don't get it (Nash). Feels like we're burying a landmine we'll be stepping on later. Maybe it's just his media training but I haven't even heard him say thoughtful or profound things about prospects. Feels a lot like ownership has a guy.

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Sep 23Liked by Eric Schumacher

Nice overview!

I like the idea of a “clean slate” for the players (and legacy staff?) and look forward to a proper re-build. Clearly, the 5th Line has developed patience over the last two decades. Another year or two surely won’t hurt if there’s a clear plan in place.

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I hope the rest of the fanbase can muster your patience! There are a lot of prospects that feel like excellent fits at the top of 2025 at least as much as they can this far out. Maybe the lottery luck can finally turn around and we'll have the envy of the league with Fantilli/Lindstrom/Hagens

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