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Colts retiring Clifford's #13: Premature or perfectly timed?

Kyle Clifford getting his jersey raised to the rafters in Barrie. This brings up some interesting discussion points. Is this a sign of a shift in junior hockey recognizing more recent players, or is Clifford simply that impactful a Colt alumnus? Where does this rank among recent OHL jersey retirements? Does his two-time Stanley Cup pedigree play a significant role in this decision, and should NHL success heavily influence these kinds of honors at the junior level? What current OHL player do you predict will be next to receive this honor, and why? Let the debate begin!