Ottawa Senators Mid-Term Grades – The Forwards

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Matt Kassian

Dec 9, 2013; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; Ottawa Senators left wing Matt Kassian (28) fights with Philadelphia Flyers left wing Jay Rosehill (37) in the first period at the Canadian Tire Centre. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-USA TODAY Sports

Expectation:  Kassian was expected to be a part-time player, getting inserted into the lineup when there was an indication that an enforcer was needed.

In The First Half:  Kassian hasn’t done much, getting into 19 games and registering only 22 penalty minutes and no points. He averages under 4 minutes per game when he does play.

GRADE:  D

Potential For Improvement:  Not much.  Probably shouldn’t be in the lineup most nights.