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This idea that AA can't play with talent is another myth projected by fans who defended Jeff Blashill - maybe the worst coach in the NHL.
It's a lot like the myth about AA that he couldn't produce against bigger minutes because he'd face better competition.
When tested - these myths don't hold up.
When AA plays big minutes, his production is fine - even better.
When AA plays with good players, his production rates hold up - or are even better.
In 17-18/18-19 - (even-strength)
AA with Larkin - 2.95 points/60
AA with Tatar 2.95/60
AA w Mantha 2.13/60
AA w Nyquist 2.01/60
Sure, he produced with Glendening (2.31)
But there were others (Abdelakder, 1.25) who he sucked with.
It's a lot like the myth about AA that he couldn't produce against bigger minutes because he'd face better competition.
When tested - these myths don't hold up.
When AA plays big minutes, his production is fine - even better.
When AA plays with good players, his production rates hold up - or are even better.
In 17-18/18-19 - (even-strength)
AA with Larkin - 2.95 points/60
AA with Tatar 2.95/60
AA w Mantha 2.13/60
AA w Nyquist 2.01/60
Sure, he produced with Glendening (2.31)
But there were others (Abdelakder, 1.25) who he sucked with.