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Originally Posted by Robbob
Probably worth mentioning that Johnny played 3 years of college before he suited up for the Flames. I don't think Phillips will be as good, but in terms of development he would be in his sophomore year.
The same thing applies to him as Gaudreau, he needs extra time to develop.
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Unless he gets noticeably faster, Phillips is a long shot for the NHL. Great skill when he's got more time, but I've yet to see him do things at the speed Johnny was doing them even as a 20 year old.