Why Yaroslav Askarov Needs Another Year In The AHL

Yaroslav Askarov just might be the most polarizing player in the Nashville Predators organization.

Part of the fan base wants to flip him for offensive assets while the other part wants to fast-track him to the NHL, believing he’s ready to back up Juuse Saros as soon as next season.

Both options have their merit, but what many seem to forget is that doing neither is also an option — and honestly, probably Nashville’s best course of action.