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Oil Stain · 04-21-2014, 05:23 PM

Age looks to be much more important.

Of the ten oldest teams in the NHL only two missed the playoffs this season.

Phoenix and New Jersey. Both were on the cusp as well.

Of the 12 youngest teams (three tied for 10th), 9 missed the playoffs.

04-21-2014, 05:23 PM	#36
Oil Stain Franchise Player Join Date: Feb 2006 Exp:	Age looks to be much more important. Of the ten oldest teams in the NHL only two missed the playoffs this season. Phoenix and New Jersey. Both were on the cusp as well. Of the 12 youngest teams (three tied for 10th), 9 missed the playoffs.