Abdelkader for Frattin

[bizzl]

I realize that this isn't exactly a blockbuster, but it's more about what Abdelkader offers than the deal itself. I haven't seen any of the Detroit/Anaheim series so I don't know what kind of impact Adbelkader is having. I also haven't seen any of the Toronto/Boston series, so it's the same deal with Frattin.

Here are the things I know about Abdelkader: he got suspended for two games, he scored a goal in the last game, he is a good hitter but not much else. What am I missing?

Here are the things I know about Frattin: he has 2 points in 4 playoff games, he is supposed to be/was at one point one of Toronto's top young players, management seems to be getting annoyed with his lack of production. What am I missing?

What I want to avoid is moving a reliable, multi-cat depth forward for an offensive 'prospect' who can't put it together. When I picked Abdelkader up he was an injury replacement, and I was about to drop him when he scored his hat-trick. I thought I'd hang onto him and I dropped Grossmann instead.

The GM in question is a Wings fan, so I'm assuming Abdelkader has been playing well against Anaheim. Is he just a fan favourite or could he be a useful guy? I'd especially like to hear from anyone that has been watching the Wings/Ducks series closely. Rep for any responses!

[Marwin]

Abdelkader is looking good, last game however he was at some point replaced by Franzen. Not sure if this was just temporary. But Wings arent exactly deep with F under 30 and both Franzen and Samuelsson are injuryprone. But I can see this as just a playoff type of lineup, getting some grit on the Z/Dats line(especially against the Ducks). Next season Brunner is probably back on their rw. Red wings always has these 3/4 th liners stepping up during the playoffs. I wouldnt put to much into it.

Cant really help you with Frattin, dont watch alot of leafs games.