Jeremy Laura: Press briefings from day 2 at training camp

Of course I've only been able to see what you post, thus far. Am hoping to see pre-season games as they're broadcast.....

Been reading collective thoughts on what lines could ultimately look like, I'd THINK Cat-Larkin-Perron for 1st line....after that, Raymond on the 2d line then I can't begin to hazzard a gues. Bear-Grin looked ok, seems like there's an un-tapped next level with him. What do we do with Fabbri? I like the guy, but if I was his medical insurance company he'd be dropped from coverage. As much as I want to see him step up to a full season, I think he should be trade-bait (no idea what he'd fetch...). Ras will be interesting to watch.

I see Chiarot is out. He's just a liability and an anchor contract (see also; Copp, probably Compher). I was hopeful when we got him; big guy, plays with an edge.....hurt the team and should've been dropped from Mo Sides way earlier. I like Walman, he skates his guts out and plays well....I want to see him gain a gear. Ghost? I just don't know about him, we need guys who can defend.... Maatta impressed, overall. Holl? He should be feeling some serious pressure to prove himself...

Waiting for games. Waiting.......for......games!!!!

Of course I've only been able to see what you post, thus far. Am hoping to see pre-season games as they're broadcast.....

Been reading collective thoughts on what lines could ultimately look like, I'd THINK Cat-Larkin-Perron for 1st line....after that, Raymond on the 2d line then I can't begin to hazzard a gues. Bear-Grin looked ok, seems like there's an un-tapped next level with him. What do we do with Fabbri? I like the guy, but if I was his medical insurance company he'd be dropped from coverage. As much as I want to see him step up to a full season, I think he should be trade-bait (no idea what he'd fetch...). Ras will be interesting to watch.

I see Chiarot is out. He's just a liability and an anchor contract (see also; Copp, probably Compher). I was hopeful when we got him; big guy, plays with an edge.....hurt the team and should've been dropped from Mo Sides way earlier. I like Walman, he skates his guts out and plays well....I want to see him gain a gear. Ghost? I just don't know about him, we need guys who can defend.... Maatta impressed, overall. Holl? He should be feeling some serious pressure to prove himself...

Waiting for games. Waiting.......for......games!!!!
- mcmastermike1968

Walman and Seider definitely found something last year. These camps really try to help get the “bruise layer” on. As sick as that sounds, I’ve seen retired athletes talk about doing a one off game and how much pain they’re in (even in non contact). I feel like we see careers in their twilight with some of these players.

I’m really hoping for more from Copp this year. I am concerned about physicality on the D core (not so much about Seider or Walman). Some of those guys may be on the table a lot this year

Walman and Seider definitely found something last year. These camps really try to help get the “bruise layer” on. As sick as that sounds, I’ve seen retired athletes talk about doing a one off game and how much pain they’re in (even in non contact). I feel like we see careers in their twilight with some of these players.

I’m really hoping for more from Copp this year. I am concerned about physicality on the D core (not so much about Seider or Walman). Some of those guys may be on the table a lot this year
- Jeremy Laura

There's no shape like game shape. The videos I've watched seem to indicate the guys are playing with more intensity this year, which will definitely separate the cream from the milk. I think Mazur's injury is just the beginning, however. Who knows. What interests me is the order of merit list; who replaces who? Could be interesting for-shadowing of what's to come. GR will need some help this year, and we always seem to suffer the wrath of injury....

To me, Copp is on notice. He wasn't worth 1/2 of his pay last year. From various write-ups I've reviewed, last year was even a tick off of his "normal" lack-luster production. Would Kasper be the 1st call up if Copp continues to underwhelm? It's almost like his time with Larkin at the U of M were the hope of Wing's staff when he was brought in. I know this much, he needs to step it up. He has a fresh start this year, should be fully healed and back to 100%. Hope he brings some grit and a better scoring touch.....if not, Kasper could be the guy, right?

There's no shape like game shape. The videos I've watched seem to indicate the guys are playing with more intensity this year, which will definitely separate the cream from the milk. I think Mazur's injury is just the beginning, however. Who knows. What interests me is the order of merit list; who replaces who? Could be interesting for-shadowing of what's to come. GR will need some help this year, and we always seem to suffer the wrath of injury....

To me, Copp is on notice. He wasn't worth 1/2 of his pay last year. From various write-ups I've reviewed, last year was even a tick off of his "normal" lack-luster production. Would Kasper be the 1st call up if Copp continues to underwhelm? It's almost like his time with Larkin at the U of M were the hope of Wing's staff when he was brought in. I know this much, he needs to step it up. He has a fresh start this year, should be fully healed and back to 100%. Hope he brings some grit and a better scoring touch.....if not, Kasper could be the guy, right?
- mcmastermike1968

The guy that is NOT worth 1/2 of his contract is Chiarot. Hard to jettison him because of his cap hit.
Copp struggled mightily at first, because he could not train right the summer before and missed training camp and I think the first couple games. He slowly and quietly became better as the year went on, but still was not worth his cap hit, but definitely worth more than 1/2 of his cap hit. Compher is viewed as less a player than Copp, and is not worth that cap hit as 3rd line center. But alas, good FA centers are not coming to Detroit unless they are over-paid and have term.
I am thinking that Chiarot, Fabbri and McIsaac are on very short leashes this year. The 2 vets will be impossible to trade, because of their contracts, but could be waived if they do poorly.