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    Looking at the data suggests older players performing well in the postseason is no fluke.

    David Alter
    Jun 13, 2025, 14:52
    David Alter
    Jun 13, 2025, 14:52
    Data Suggests Veterans Outperform in NHL Playoffs—Should the Maple Leafs Follow the Trend? Data Suggests Veterans Outperform in NHL Playoffs—Should the Maple Leafs Follow the Trend? The 2025 Stanley Cup Final has served as a stark reminder: experience, that intangible quality often dismissed for youthful exuberance, can be a decisive weapon in the grind of playoff hockey. From Florida Panthers forward Brad Marchand's tenacious performance to 40-year-old Edmonton Oilers forward Corey Perry, veteran players are not just participating—they're driving their teams. This raises a critical question for NHL general managers, particularly those like the Toronto Maple Leafs—perpetually searching for the missing piece: Should teams pay a premium for veteran players, banking on their experience to translate into playoff success?