It's not just about being a "smurf," though. I mean, how often to you see either DD or Gally getting pounded in the way that Thomas was on three or four separate occasions last night? Gally only occasionally, despite being an obvious target, and DD hardly ever.Thomas needs to refine his survival skills out there.
That said, I like the kid. He's got speed and spirit. Whether he's got a viable NHL future, that's another question.