Early, but he's supposed to be one of the leaders by now. Setting an example of how to be prepared for a hockey season.
I'm concerned, but not panicking yet about his level of play. I think he has a pretty long rope until the end of this month, but come November if there are no improvements, then you look at your options.
If he's not contributing offensively, he needs to be dominant at the dot and in his own end. He's currently not performing well in any zone.
Again no panic. But there's a hair of concern.
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