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Originally Posted by schooner
I was going to post along these lines. Getting out on the ice does a lot of things. It does not have to be too competitive or intense, but it does allow for players to evaluate where they stand against their peers, and teach them what they have to be ready for come camp. Even Bennett said the speed was an adjustment. Now having gone through it it will be easier for him at rookie camp. Not to mention, seeing the coaching style, drills, and systems.
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I think it's especially useful to newly drafted players. So far, they've been comparing themselves to their peers. Now they have an idea of how strong and fast players are at the next level. It will help them develop training goals.