they're probably taking that from me when i posted about it a month or so back. i'm not gonna name drop, but more than one person who works with the knights, as well as a parent of another player personally told me. the knights were preparing for a season without him, so they were actually pleasantly surprised when he was returned. it was closehonestly, the main thing that makes him ready is maturity. he is mature enough that he can continue to improve at the pro level. won't be pushed around like some rookies would. experience will be crucial for him this year in the worold juniors and mem cup.