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National Writer: 'Tyler Seguin needs to grow up, but so do a lot of 21-year-olds'


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Tyler Seguin comes to Dallas in a similiar way he came to Boston: with high expectations.

To live up to them, says Yahoo! Sports' Nick Cotsonika, Seguin is going to have to be more mature.

"Seguin needs to grow up," Cotsonika wrote. "So do a lot of 21-year-olds. So do a lot of talented kids who achieve fame and fortune at a young age. It doesn’t excuse everything, but it’s not uncommon."

Cotsonika points to Seguin's offensive potential (he had more points than Loui Eriksson in a 'down year') and his underrated defensive ability. He talks about how Seguin could be a force with his speed while playing center, his natural position, and how he'll be mentored by his former linemate Mark Recchi, who is now an advisor with the Stars.

But Cotsonika has one question: Is Seguin ready for a leadership role on the Stars?

Everybody will find out soon enough.

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