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Originally Posted by MarkGio
Rittich was a nobody until last year. Whereas Poirer was a legit somebody until last year. Poirer is two years younger and has been playing well in the Q since he was 16-17 years old, hence became a 1st round draft pick in the NHL.
Rittich just happened to get an AHL look and struck lightning. For all we know that's the last of it. At least Poirer is a known commodity.
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Sure, but the "having been a somebody in the past" is a flawed argument when not paired with trend and trajectory. There are countless prospects that were first round picks, once a somebody, but ultimately never amounted to anybody in the NHL. Just because Poirier has recognized and has started to work on his personal issues doesn't mean he is charted on an upward trajectory... yet...
In regards to Rittich, it is not uncommon for a good goaltending prospect to emerge from a less-than-royal prospect history. It is common knowledge that goalies tend to bloom later, with it being less important that they were a first or second round pick...
I went with Rittich, for his stellar season, consistent style, young age, and proper upward trend.