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Phil Kessel's First Practice In Vancouver Raising Questions About His Ability to Play in the NHL

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Dawson McKenzie
February 15, 2024  (10:18)
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Phil Kessel hunched over during his first practice with Abbotsford of the AHL.
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Some questions are being asked about Phil Kessel's ability to play in the NHL after his first practice with Vancouver didn't go as he'd likely hoped it would.

Kessel's Conditioning Falls Flat In First Practice With Vancouver

Phil Kessel was seemingly just gifted an insane opportunity to make his comeback to the NHL with one of the frontrunners for the Stanley Cup. However, questions are being raised about his current state of conditioning, and if he is fit enough to play in the NHL.

He was seen gassed during practice with Abbotsford, raising questions about whether he would need a conditioning stint before joining an NHL roster.

Phil Kessel looking absolutely gassed at times during his first skate with the Abbotsford #Canucks. A conditioning stint is clearly warranted for the 36-year-old if he's going to play in the #NHL this year. More tonight at 6 on
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Is Kessel a Good Fit In Vancouver and Can They Make it Work?

The Vancouver Canucks are having a breakout season this year, and it begs the question as to whether Kessel brings anything to the table that they really need. One aspect of Kessel's game that the Canucks could use is his Stanley Cup experience. While the Canucks likely already have the leadership they want at the helm for the post-season, Kessel brings a veteran, glue-guy presence to a locker room that can go beyond the hard-nosed leadership that is required to get it done in the post-season.

The Canucks will have to decide if this is worth the risk of adding him to the roster, as that means roster shuffles would be in store for the team who has everything going for them right now. We will see what they decide to do.


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