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- Jan 14, 2006
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O'Brien took a lot of dumbass penalties this season for the Gophers and was a 4th liner. He rarely showed any speed. He was, however, the youngest player in the NCAAs this season so there is growth in all areas to be expected.
I know you know this...Kessel got a lot of flack for being below expectations with the Gophers and his stock took a hit...but when he joined the big club he seemed to do just fine. Only the very best 17 yos can come into college hockey and excel out of the gate. OBrien's stock is probably where it should be.