First half impressions:
Zach Fischer: never heard of him before but I like his game. Chippy, hard on the forecheck, and relentless in taking the puck to the net. Impressive showing.
Valimaki: Unspectacular but involved and didn't make any mistakes that I noticed. Great shootout goal.
Doetzel: thought he looked good. Stripped the puck off a few guys and carried it well.
Kylington: same as usual for me... looks great for a few seconds then loses the puck. At least 5 turnovers.Better ddefensively though and looks way stronger than before. Probably the best skater on the ice and constantly involved in the play.
Josh Teves: played really well. Made a few good breakout passes, didn't get beat. Fluid skater and calm.
Tuulola: not great. Had to check roster to see if playing.
Fox: meh. Didn't do a whole lot. Kylington was far more noticeable and involved.
Ruopp: really big and pretty solid D. Not the best looking stride but good speed and was a challenge for the other team at both ends of the ice. Looks like he has some potential.
Foo: good showing. Made a great pass through traffic first shift, stripped the puck off Fox on the forecheck, showed good hands and net drive.
Healey: crushed a guy in the corner
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