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We don't need Mitchell. It just seems like we do because he left a gaping hole on our D last year and Alberts is a terrible replacement. Ballard and Salo should be a fine shutdown pairing.
Mitchell is completely one-dimensional and can't move the puck. He was one of the biggest factors of our loss to Chicago in '09 with his bad puck moving and untimely penalties. On top of that, he's getting old and his health is a big issue. I also don't think he's well liked by his teammates as he's started fights in practice the past two years.
Mitchell filled a role here but it's just time to move on. We could sign him for cheap and on short term, but I think Gillis, as he should, is looking to push this team over the top and Mitchell's money/ice-time could be better used elsewhere.
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