I think we can all agree that Phillips has earned a look. Not 'can this little guy survive in the NHL?' arguments. Has he done enough in the AHL to deserve a look? Absolutely.
Has this organization made it a mission to only give looks to very big players? Or very physical players? Or refuse to give players that start with the letter P 'just because'? Of course not. They have routinely given a lot of players a look (some less deserving of others).
They may not give players a 'fair shot'. That's valid. They may not slot players accordingly. They may not give enough rope. They may not give enough support. They may prioritize winning over development, etc., but in terms of just giving a prospect a game or two, this organization hasn't held back in giving a game or two at least to someone that has earned a look.
Phillips earned one, and he will get it.
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