The coaching staff could very well be waiting to call Afanasyev back up until he accomplishes certain goals or bench marks. I have no idea what those things are but whatever they have him working on they may not want to interrupt the progress.
Could Afanasyev help the Preds now by filling a top 6 spot and maybe getting some points? It's very possible.
Could the results be much better if he stays in the AHL for however many games to be fully ready for NHL time? Also, very possible. I guess it's a risk reward estimate for the coaching staff and development team right now.
Could Afanasyev help the Preds now by filling a top 6 spot and maybe getting some points? It's very possible.
Could the results be much better if he stays in the AHL for however many games to be fully ready for NHL time? Also, very possible. I guess it's a risk reward estimate for the coaching staff and development team right now.