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Originally Posted by Textcritic
I want to go on record to say that I think SJ is a good bet to miss the playoffs this year. They benefitted tremendously from a boost that often accompanies both a coaching change and the addition of a new goalie. On top of that I am dubious about how well their collection of aging players will hold up to the rigours of a full season after having played hockey into June, and starting up again in September.
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You also have some of the older players playing in the World Cup, that's a pretty taxing season for anyone. I wonder how much of an effect it would really have on the players.