I think he has the skill, his compete and puck management need to be better. The competition for spots is going to be intense. Anyone shows up out of shape they will be toast. D.J is a fitness guy. Bodes well for Norris. I actually think its not if you show up out of shape its if you dont show up in peak physical condition you're gonna be in trouble.
Competition breeds success, Ottawa has lots of guys. I dont think at the end of the day Balcers will be a long term solution but i'll be pleasantly suprised if he proves me wrong. It will mean he has played very well and earned it. I think him and Formenton are directly competing for a job. Same with Norris and L. Brown. Those two are the most interesting battles going into camp for me.