There's been some griping in certain quarters (including this one) about the use of Jean-Francois Jacques as the left wing on this team's first line from the start of the season. Last night, Pat Quinn switched out Jacques and Shawn Horcoff for Dustin Penner and Sam Gagner.
I just thought I'd contrast the level of talent the first line was working with, versus what it had last night.
- Dustin Penner, last night: 1 game played, 2 goals, 3 assists, 5 points, +3
- J-F Jacques, career: 69 games played, 2 goals, 3 assists, 5 points, -18
I'm beating up a little bit on Jacques, who had a much better start this season than he ever has previously, but the fact of the matter is that Dustin Penner - just like last year - is better suited to the role than anyone else on this team.