Much like mbaird I have played my entire life. Earning and holding the C for a great many years as a defenseman. (For the guys that do not play that is not normal) The guys today are amazing. When I got drafted I was a big guy at 215 and reasonably quick. The young guys in our leagues now are mostly 230-240 and faster than spit. And all are over six ft. I have no idea if it is our nutrition or health care but the difference is amazing. I could not hold a candle to these kids coming up on my best day. Makes me feel quite old fat and slow! Hah! Still the best sport on earth!
