Being 33 years old is one of the factors that need to be considered. It is difficult for a team to plan for the future due to the fact that you have requested a five-year contract for your next investment. Especially in situations where the player in question is deficient in physical strength. Marchessault, who is only 5 feet 9 inches tall, is an example of this phenomenon.
Due to their height, hockey players are restricted in the actions they are able to perform. To give one example, it makes players in this position susceptible defensively, so restricting their ability to check and move. Considering that the “Golden Misfit” weighs 185 pounds, this won’t be a problem at this point in time. His abilities, on the other hand, will decline as he approaches the age of 39.
On the offensive side of the ball, where it is much simpler to take the puck away from him, this is also true. To score 42 goals in a single season is a remarkable accomplishment, especially considering that the player is 33 years old. When compared to a smaller player, it will be more difficult to replicate that season. Due to the fact that he is unable to use his frame to turn opponents away, it is simpler for opponents to grab the puck away from him.
A point of pride for the Golden Knights is that they consistently outperform their rivals in terms of size. This is the reason why they were the squad with the highest average weight (207.9 pounds) and the second-tallest average height (74.1 inches) during the previous season. When Vegas loses a smaller piece, it is logical to assume that it helps the city become larger.