As mid-September approaches, NHL coaching camps have begun, and gamers are settling into a brand new season.
Whereas a number of elite veterans know precisely the place they are going to be of their respective lineups, some gamers, younger and outdated, head into camp with a chip on their shoulder, able to struggle for a spot on their staff.
What are the most important training-camp battles to look at? Let’s check out the highest three from the Western Convention.
The Sharks are nonetheless within the midst of an intense rebuild; nonetheless, that does not imply there is not loads of intrigue relating to their coaching camp. Specifically, one spot within the lineup stands out: second-line middle.
Whereas Calder Trophy finalist Macklin Celebrini has cemented himself because the Sharks’ high man within the center, two different kids could possibly be battling for the position behind him: second-year participant Will Smith and 2025 second-overall decide Michael Misa.
Each are pure facilities, and, whereas Smith did play a bit of bit in that place final season, his 36.5% face-off win price leaves quite a bit to be desired. He additionally had some pure chemistry whereas taking part in on Celebrini’s wing.
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