Size also does not always transfer into the NHL either though. Joe Colborne was drafted 16th overall. Sean Couturier was a very good offensive player in junior whose skill set in the NHL has turned into a 3rd line C, 8th overall. Zach Kassian is another top 10 pick who could take advantage of his size in junior to put up numbers he will never put up in the NHL. It is a gamble no matter you cut it. I remember how far Jiri Hudler dropped because of his size and we all know the Johnny Hockey story. If Nylander was 5'7 or 5'9 and 150lbs I could see why but he is around Sam Bennett size, just doesn't play the physical game. We all have our opinions which makes the discussion interesting and fun.
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