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Originally Posted by Itse
Monahans weight is listed at 185. While not bad for a 19 year old, most players in the league weight something like 195-210, so not playing too physical is probably sensible at this point. Besides, it's not a situation he's used to.
I'm sure he'll get around to it once he grows into a more adult size, but I think that will take at least one offseason with some serious strength training.
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I agree about needing to get used to playing against men and so far I have no issue with how he is progressing. I thought I read at the beginning of the season he was close to 200 lbs after a good off season of training. The coaches were really impressed in camp with his conditioning.
Still agree with you though. He seems to approach the game very methodically and learning how to use the body in the NHL compared to junior is just another step he seems to be making. He's not making big hits but I am starting to see him kind of rubbing guys out more.