Hey guys and gals, I was just in the car and heard that Brad Treliving will be on the Fan960 at 4 PM this afternoon.
I will do a live summary in this post.
SUMMARY:
Sam Bennett
- Not a difficult/urgent signing (unsurprisingly).
- Sam's goal to make the NHL.
- I expect him to be hungry. I expect there to be a lot of want and will. But, I expect he will be back in junior.
- Monahan is the exception, not the rule. I want to be clear that players will not be pushed into the NHL for any reason. They have to be ready.
- We want him to do well and be prepared, but there is no pressure in terms of pushing him into the NHL.
- Bennett's play and readiness will determine where he plays.
- World Juniors is a great experience for young players.
- First year(draft year) is difficult for players because it is extremely busy (Ivan Hlinka, prospects game, junior season, combine, draft, development camp, world juniors camp).
- Development camp is the first experience with "your player". With Sam, Development Camp served to solidify the Flames' opinion on him.
- He learns very well. Very determined, doesn't take no for an answer.
- Part of Bennett's DNA is leadership, personal responsibility for wins and losses.
- From Development camp: Bennett plays at a high tempo. Can execute at a high pace. Doesn't matter the situation, he competes constantly. Doesn't care that it's development camp, he battles like it is any other game.
- Bennett's internal will stood out for me.
Other 2014 Draft Picks
- Not a priority to sign other picks right away.
Jonas Hiller
- Appendicitis.
- Procedure was minor, laparoscopically done. Recovery only 9-12 days.
Tyler Wotherspoon
- Had a significant procedure on his shoulder, and is progressing well.
Emile Poirier
- Also had a significant shoulder surgery and is progressing well. Possibly not a full participant at training camp.
Pat Sieloff
- *knock on wood* "All systems go" for training camp.
DONE!
Brad Treliving on Fan960 at 4 PM
