Meech is scratched for Lebda for tomorrow’s game against Tampa Bay. Meech has been decent, playing a stay-at-home style, whereas Lebda had the team worst +/- with a -9.

This lack of focus on the defense makes me wonder if we need Chelios more than some are willing to admit. Yes, he’s old. Yes, he’s no longer the great offensive threat he once was. But he’s a valuable dressing room voice and incredibly disciplined. He can help players like Lebda and Meech and Lilja elevate their game and play a bit smarter.

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