I watched the Flames in Edmonton.
The Flames played with intensity. A real tryout feeling. The Oilers did not with exception to a few players. McDavid and Draistatl especially were playing at 40% barely trying. So take whatever I say here with a grain of salt.
Andersson might be an elite player. I think he is in his prime.
Cooley played amazing. He might just steal a spot.
Huberdeau - Pospisil- Mantha looked like they had some chemistry.
Coronato is a top 6 player today. Obviously his shot is incredible but I was very impressed with his neutral zone defense.
Tindori played an amazing game. Loved his effort and quick poke checks in his own zone. A few great stops from the corner.
Honzek is going to be a special player. That said he is very quiet. Makes for some sneaky plays, but he is not going to jump off the page at you. A secret agent type player.
I love Lipinski. I just do. He loves the middle of the ice. I hope he can get is skating to the correct level.
Ciona. I wish he was more in your face today. He will live and die by his intensity.
Mews is good. I liked his game. Very young. Give him time.
Kuznetsov is close. I wish he was 100% with the puck in his own zone, but he is not.
Jurmo made a few nice plays under pressure to facilitate transition up the ice. Love to see that.
Rooney is a good journeyman. He will play well in relief.
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