Here's a memo for anyone upset about Canada losing 6-5 to the Russians at the World Juniors: Canada's best teenage hockey players are already in the NHL, not playing for the national team in this tournament.
The best teens from Russia, Sweden, the U.S. et al haven't yet proven themselves to win pro jobs.
Imagine if the Canadian junior team had included players such as Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, born in 1993, and already a dominant player for the Edmonton Oilers? Ditto Tyler Seguin of the Boston Bruins.
All due praise to the Russian kids, and best of luck in the gold medal game. But remember, despite the loss, Canada still is the world factory for producing elite teen hockey players.
The best teens from Russia, Sweden, the U.S. et al haven't yet proven themselves to win pro jobs.
Imagine if the Canadian junior team had included players such as Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, born in 1993, and already a dominant player for the Edmonton Oilers? Ditto Tyler Seguin of the Boston Bruins.
All due praise to the Russian kids, and best of luck in the gold medal game. But remember, despite the loss, Canada still is the world factory for producing elite teen hockey players.
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