Jussi is out. Had to get dental work yesterday and Gallant said he was still recovering from a minor knee injury at the WC.
How has rau looked? Does he have a chance at keeping a roster spot all year?
He brings good energy. Does a good job of winning board battles and chipping the puck out. His defensive play is good enough.
Not sure he will get a chance to see what he can do offensively playing on the fourth line with limited minutes. I'd like to see him up on the 3rd line with Bjugstad because Griffith hasn't been too impressive.
He's one of our few players who will attack the front of the net. He had spurts last year where he would be our most energetic player and get chances in front of the net.
I'd say he is doing a good job of performing in his current role on the team, there may be some untapped potential in terms of point production if he has some chemistry with Bjugstad.
He brings good energy. Does a good job of winning board battles and chipping the puck out. His defensive play is good enough.
Not sure he will get a chance to see what he can do offensively playing on the fourth line with limited minutes. I'd like to see him up on the 3rd line with Bjugstad because Griffith hasn't been too impressive.
He's one of our few players who will attack the front of the net. He had spurts last year where he would be our most energetic player and get chances in front of the net.
I'd say he is doing a good job of performing in his current role on the team, there may be some untapped potential in terms of point production if he has some chemistry with Bjugstad.