Making the NHL is very tough. Not that this was news to anybody, but in every sport, making the top competitive league is no easy feat. Not many are born with the natural talent of Sidney Crosby or Connor McDavid, and many if not all NHL players have to put in a considerable amount of hard work and discipline just to stay in the league. This works out for some (Matt Read) and for others, eventually that flame runs out. However, this does not mean that they stop playing hockey. Many players will finish their careers in the AHL, or even travel to their home countries in Europe to play.
Old Flyers in new countries
