I really think the arguments on the importance of Monahan going to WJC are based on emotion, not a rational belief that it provides a significant step in development.
Sure if you're in junior or NCAA, playing in WJC is a big step but not if you've already played a half-season in the NHL. Not that it's not worthwhile but if it's such an important developmental step, why isn't Granlund in the Flames line-up instead of Monahan?
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