The St. Louis Blues lost an undersized scoring forward to retirement and effectively replaced them wen they added a centre whose production has slipped in the last couple seasons.Numbers Game looks into the Blues acquisition of Derek Roy.The Blues Get: C Derek Roy.Roy, 30, was in the midst of a point-per-game season in 2010-2011, with 35 points in 35 games, before tearing a quadriceps tendon to end his season. Since returning to action, Roy has 72 points in 122 games with three teams, which is okay, but a decided step down for a player who, from 2007-2008 through 2010-2011, ranked 32nd in the league with 255 points (more than Thomas Vanek, Marian Hossa and Patrik Elias, among others).While his point production has suffered the last couple seasons, Roy has put up solid possession numbers while playing more challenging minutes in terms of opposition and zone starts.Even though his offensive production has dipped, Roy will effectively be a replacement for Andy McDonald, the small, productive winger who retired at the end of the 2013 season. If Roy plays with scoring wingers like Chris Stewart or Vladimir Tarasenko, there is a decent opportunity for Roy to put up better offensive numbers. The Blues havent been the most creative offensive team in recent years so Roy does have some of that Vancouver still seemed like a decent fit for Roy, roster-wise, but the Canucks salary cap situation made it awfully difficult to bring him back. Now, Vancouver needs to find a number three centre or they have to hope that some combination of Brad Richardson and prospects Jordan Schroeder, Brendan Gaunce and Bo Horvat can handle the third and fourth centre roles.Signed for one year, at $4-million, Roy is a bargain pickup for what he offers. At the very least, he should produce a decent amount for a second-line centre and to get that production on the free agent market without having to give any term is a nice low-risk move by the Blues. Scott Cullen can be reached at Scott.Cullen@bellmedia.ca and followed on Twitter at http://twitter.com/tsnscottcullen. For more, check out TSN Fantasy on Facebook.Vapormax 2019 Noir Pas Cher . Louis Rams wide receiver Stedman Bailey last Sunday. 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I know that at times he behaves in a way that we may not like, but at his age, wouldnt we do the same things that he does, having everything that he has?Micale said the criticism could hurt future generations of Brazilian players who dream of the national soccer team.If we dont respect our best players, they might not want to be with us anymore, Micale said.Neymar, one of the biggest stars at the Rio Games, was far from his best when Brazil was held to scoreless draws against South Africa and Iraq, results that left the title favorite in danger of being eliminated in the group stage. Two years ago Brazil was thrashed 7-1 by Germany in the semifinal of the home World Cup.Neymar, Brazils captain, was also criticized for not taking a more active role as the one of the teams most experienced players. After Sundays draw against Iraq, he declined to talk to the media, leaving the younger players to try to explain the teams struggles.Brazilian fans heckled Neymar during the game against Iraq, chanting the name of womens star Marta, the five-time world player of the yearr who has been thriving at the womens tournament.ddddddddddddThis week, many photos surfaced on social media with fans replacing Neymars name by Martas on Brazils jerseys.They are two great Brazilian players, Micale said. Neymar is a young 24-year-old who still hasnt fully matured. Generally, a player will peak at 28, physically and mentally. Neymar has had to deal with the pressure of being a leader since he was 17 years old.Midfielder Renato Augusto said Brazils struggles at the Olympic tournament have upset Neymar.He remains confident, but he is not happy with what has been happening, Augusto said. He knows of his importance to this group. Everyone is supporting him.We only need a simple victory to reach the next round and remain alive in the fight for a medal, Micale said. We need to stay calm. We only depend on ourselves.Micale said he also relies on the fact that despite not being able to score, Brazil created plenty of opportunities. Things will be different when the balls starts going in, Micale said.Brazil may also be able to advance with a draw, but then would rely on the result of the game between South Africa and Iraq, which also play on Wednesday. Brazil and Iraq are tied with two points each, two less than Denmark. If the teams remain level on points, goal differential and head-to-head results, a drawing of lots will determine which nation advances.---Tales Azzoni on Twitter: http://twitter.com/tazzoni. His work can be found at http://bigstory.ap.org/content/tales-azzoni ' ' '