Fox was the most determined of any of the players in the second group. Used his strength effectively against bigger opponents and was very smart most of the time. Raw, but in that same class as Hickey/Andersson/Kylington overall. Will likely need 3 years in NCAA + 1-2 in the AHL.
Tuulola is a big bodied bruiser who bulldozes his way through to where he needs to go. Think of a faster David Wolf type, although not as built like a freezer as Wolf. Probably not going to develop into a top 6 forward, but could grow into being a feisty 3rd/4th line guy depending on how his offense develops.
Morrison looked better than last year. Needs to have a consistent good season though to recover and earn another contract.
Mattson and Lindstrom, both decent, both very very raw. Call back in 3-4 years.
Schneider looked alright, as did Parsons. Not bad, not great. Just there. You can tell that those two are the youngest goalies of the 5.
Tkachuk - Basically the same as Bennett at the same point in their careers. If it was based off today, I wouldn't be surprised if he gets his 9 games and gets sent back, or sent back right off.
None of the second group walk ons stood out as being noteworthy outside of a couple of decent shots by a couple players. Doubt any contracts will be offered to any of them.
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