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Dion Phaneuf has left general manager Lou Lamoriello "extremely impressed" by his contributions on the ice and off, reports Sportsnet.ca.

Phaneuf has left general manager Lou Lamoriello "extremely impressed" by his contributions on the ice and off, reports Sportsnet.ca.

Analysis:

Phaneuf has become far steadier under coach Mike Babcock. His minutes are down from last season and Babcock's structured system has helped him limit his mistakes. Phaneuf has just two assists in his last 10 games, but 22 in 48 on the season. Still, the tide is turning a little and Morgan Rielly is taking on more power-play responsibility. Big Dion's value to season's end is on a slippery slope if Rielly's ascension continues. Trade now or forever hold your peace.

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