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Yup. For example Graves is only 17 and young for his class so that's hindering his ability to get experience his first year? if he were an older 18 maybe he gets playing time. By the end of his junior year he has 2-3 years of experience instead of 1-2. He has a better junior year because he's...

It’s actually been researched pretty well. It goes for academics as well. Older kids in a class gain more confidence, stick around in the sport longer, get selected for best teams and leagues etc. it’s just better for development. There was a study of the NHL, and the vast majority of...

This is why it’s funny when people look at a player being young for his class as an advantage. You always want to be as old as possible for your class. It might mean a player has more upside, but studies have shown it’s always advantageous to be older for your class.