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Originally Posted by Wastedyouth
Not directly list related,
But discounting what Phillips and Gawdin are doing at their ages in the AHL is folly.
They are nearly/are NHL ready.
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I don't disagree with what you're saying, but not taking into consideration the jump from the AHL to the NHL is also folly. Not considering the limitations on the two players (size, speed, physicality) is a common mistake when suggesting players are ready. They may nearly be NHL ready point wise, but not on a team that should be challenging for a playoff spot or being a contender. AHL points don't amount to a helluva lot if you don't have the skating ability or physicality to play at the NHL level. Both may get a cup of coffee late in the year, but I suspect they don't get any serious consideration until next training camp at the very earliest. The AHL playoff run will do them good and also show their ability to deal with the best teams and a more physical brand of hockey.