Last year was his worst year and he scored 14 goals, I mean, I would pretty happy with 14 goals from the third line center. Would like more assists than 10 but the guy obviously has some touch (along with being solid defensively and good on the PK).
- New structure from the coaching staff hopefully pays off with some more wins
- improved PK should add some more wins
- Better goaltending will help
- New leadership group will help (i.e. Hughes taking more of a lead, etc.)
- Hopefully one or two breakout seasons from Hogs, Podz, Hirose, etc.
Mgmt has done a solid job this summer, hopefully players do the same this season