‘”I don’t want to say I’m surprised, but great intelligence, some good hockey smarts and sense on both sides of the puck, in particular defensively,” Sabres coach Dan Bylsma said when asked what he’s seen from Rodrigues during this stretch. “Positionally, when he gets the puck coming out of D-zone and puck retrievals, he’s made real intelligent and smart plays.”‘
Rodrigues excelling at center between Foligno, Gionta
Source: Sabres.com