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Originally Posted by Scroopy Noopers
Complaining about Nylander being soft is like complaining about Gaudreau being soft. Going into the corners with guys twice their size would be dumb, and would result in injuries. They pick their spots, and produce offence. That’s their job. They don’t play like Eric Lindros for obvious reasons. It’s not “effort” or “heart”. It’s physical limitations.
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As has been pointed out, Nylander is not a small guy.
He is a finesse and perimeter player, but that is by choice, not because he can't compete physically.
Super talented dude for sure, but not in any way a Gaudreau comparable in terms of size.