The team's Head Coach, Rick Tocchet, commented on the team's newest acquisition and added how he felt they were going to improve the team's four-man unit:
Once Tocchet took over the reins, the team's penalty kill definitely improved; now that he's got even better personnel, we can expect a whole new level this year. Tocchet was asked if he felt he had a true third-line centre after Pius Suter's and Teddy Bluegers' acquisitions. The bench boss revealed how he planned on using them heading into training camp:
Adding Bluegers and Suter sure goes a long way for this club; based on previous productivity, Suter may be getting the first shot at pivoting the 3rd line with Conor Garland and one of Hoglander, Joshua, Podkolzin or perhaps even Beauvilier.
The idea of having a balanced offence where production comes from all four lines sure seems exciting. As noted, the Golden Knights found their way to success with offensive productivity from all four trios.
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