I won't argue with you there....no question.
He is still overpaid.
For him to flourish...ideally...he should be at best a #5 guy.
I don't care if he gets 50 points, his defensive play is not worth it. Especially his routinely horrible reads, pinches and casual puck handling. I wonder how pissed the forwards get covering for him at the point basically every shift.
Love his grit, fighting ability (although he REALLY picks his spots) and heart....but that's about it.
Personally, I'm surprised he ever became a D-man. His style of play suits a 2nd/3rd line PF.