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Most prospect discussions begin with production.
We think development starts earlier.
The Four Stages of NHL Development explains why survivability, trust, and identity often arrive before the points do.
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Oliver Suvanto’s production will not stand out beside other projected 1st round picks.
After just 3 U20 games, Tappara moved him into Liiga because his size, mobility, and defensive habits already translated against men.
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Production is one of the easiest draft metrics to overvalue.
Players do not all develop in the same environment.
Some are asked to score.
Others are asked to survive.
Draft position is often decided by figuring out which one translates better.
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