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UNDERRATED NO MORE: Why Lightning’s Brandon Hagel SHOULD Be Household Name With Elite Two-Way Play
Brandon Hagel powers the Tampa Bay Lightning with elite two-way play—has the NHL finally underestimated him for the last time? Nick Morgan breaks down Hagel’s impact as the Lightning’s emotional heartbeat, from his playoff heroics and leadership to his bargain long-term contract. Hagel’s versatility on special teams and clutch performances spark the debate: Is he the league’s most underrated player?
Morgan also tackles the league-wide shift in contract strategy with Macklin Celebrini’s record-breaking deal and what it means for the future of young stars like Leo Carlsson and Connor Bedard…
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