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Originally Posted by FBI
Is anyone else getting sick of the nyquist / Detroit references for players "seasoning" in the minors?
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Yes especially when people make blanket statements saying players can't play too long in the AHL - it's like saying you can't spend too long in grade 11 math class. Every individual has a different development curve and needs - once they are good enough to start learning at the NHL level, they are going to progress much faster than in the AHL by playing and practicing against the best in the world. Some guys need multiple AHL seasons and others are ready sooner, you can't apply one size fits all development strategy.
Monahan for instance is a much better player today for the last season and a half in the NHL then he would be if he played that time in the AHL. Detroit has a history of drafting skilled europeans and late bloomers but even they bring a guy like Dekeyser straight into their team when the AHL won't benefit him,
No problem with Ferland going down though, he needs more ice time as his role was limited here and I really like Colborne coming back as I think he is an important part of the team moving forward. I would like to see one of the 30+ forwards go for a pick or prospect soon though as I think room needs to be made for one more young guy when Backlund comes back.