It’s been a long time since waking up the next day and still being excited for this team. I’m not getting my hopes up since it’s only preseason, but after speaking to the team and watching them on the ice, this is going to be a special season. Now, we’re not going straight to the OHL championship game, but it’s refreshing to see a team playing together with composure. We didn’t have an official lineup of course, but watching them play both nights missing key players has to lead one to believe there’s been improvement over the summer.
There’s some depth on this team and I think Butler is performing as advertised to turn this team around. They’re buying into his system.
Many of the players at the meet and greet were relieved that Hartsburg is gone.
Molnar promised last season that he would be better this year and I think he stayed true to his word. He has to be on a line with Misiak.
Toroptsev looks promising. He had a great training camp and rightfully earned his spot.
Royston is quick.
I expected more from Spence, but it’s also preseason. It’s no surprise that he’s good, but I think he has another level in him.
The back end in general looks more put together and have bailed each other out. Henry in particular looks like he got bigger and more comfortable.
Schaefer as advertised.
Edwards had a great training camp. I can tell he’s improved and I’ve noticed he’s getting in the little areas and crashing the net more often.
Smith has never been a flashy player, but he’s consistent. He has stability which I think is good for this team. His family travels in large packs to home and away games.
Artichuk playing center is interesting. He’s won face offs. Could he be our 4th line center? Or does the verdict come down to him vs McDonald for the final spot?
Johnson is on this team. We didn’t see him play, but he could easily bump out Sauder, Alboim, or Holomego.
Goalies looked better than before and we have upcoming talent in Fletcher who is in our system.
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