Setoguchi will be given an opportunity to show that he can still play in the NHL. He, like most veterans.. have a bit of a longer leash when it comes to training camp as they need to use it as a way to get into game shape. Setoguchi will officially be put under a microscope when the season begins and I know for sure Hartley must have had a conversation with him.
We have guys waiting in the pipe that can easily step in and take his role, we took a low risk, moderate reward with him and we will be giving him his chance. Pre-season is definitely an evaluation tool, but it is more of a tool for rookies. Veterans are paid to play the game at a high level consistently, and that begins with game one of the season. Some veterans take pre-season seriously some just use it as a way to get into game shape.
Just because Baertschi, Jooris, and Ferland were sent down doesn't mean they didn't make an impact. They have forced management to keep a close eye on some veterans and if we need to make changes I am sure Trevling will get it done. It forces guys like Jones and Setoguchi to bring it when the season starts.
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