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Originally Posted by Erick Estrada
If Granlund isn't ready for the physical nature of the NHL I would rather him play in the AHL over Finland to get more accustomed to the north american game. Now I realize it's easy for a person in my position to say but some of these Europeans are putting the cart before the horse. I don't understand why a young guy wouldn't want to suck it up and play in the league that is going to best prepare him for the NHL. Hopefully agents would show their clients the big picture here.
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Ya, I agree with this but does the the AHL prepare these young guys better than playing in Europe?
What are the stats on this stuff?
I get learning the flames system and playing with other prospects, but is it that much better?