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Frustration and impatience with young players who take some
time to develop is nothing new for New York Rangers fans. One of the targets for the frustration and
impatience for many fans has been second year forward Artem Anisimov. The 22-year-old center has 16 goals and 19
assists in 68 games this season, which puts him on pace for 19-23-42 which is a
very respectable second year and a 50% jump in all statistical categories. Even with those facts many have been very
willing to include him in trade talks for Brad Richards or immediately deem him
the odd-man out if Richards were to join the Rangers this summer. I know it is difficult to have patience with
young players, especially when it seems other guys are making the transition
easier, but it is time we have some for Anisimov.
I don?t see Anisimov as an expendable piece, but as an asset
that if given time and patience will develop into a solid second line center
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