I don't understand people saying Sven isn't ready, is not competitive, and is getting pushed around. He is good enough to be playing with the Flames as a rookie. Not sure what you expect in terms of offensive output for a (semi) rookie but a forty point pace is better than most of NHL players in their first and second years. He's a good player for his age and experience level. That doesn't mean he can't or won't get better and doesn't mean he NEEDS to go to the AHL. At the same time, I hope Sven takes it well and makes the most of it. As true as it is that many NHLers weren't as good as he is as a first/second year player, there have also been better players than him that paid more dues in the NHL.
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