Quick, how many players can you name who have graduated from the AHL to earn full-time roster spots on the Montreal Canadiens in the last four seasons?
Brendan Gallagher spent the start of the lockout-shortened season with the Bulldogs, but was quickly moved up to the NHL when play resumed. So I won't count him.
Sven Andrighetto and Jacob de la Rose, both in their third professional seasons, still struggle to be part of the regular roster.
The Habs are failing to develop their youth. There are three reasons why.