We got lots of new guys and we're really tight this year. We go out and play a little Risk and board games.

There is a reasonable risk-return trade-off here.

It's actually looking really good. I felt I worked really hard in training camp. I like getting back in the hockey atmosphere and hanging out with the guys. It's been a lot of fun and I'm looking forward to the rest of the year.

There is always pressure even when you are a rookie and it will always keep you on your toes and a little bit of pressure is nice. I'll have to do the same things I did last year. Be a grinder and be a physical player and help the goal scorers and create room for them and maybe get a few points, while I'm doing that. But really just do what is best for the team and come out with some wins.

Andy could probably play this week, but with fit players on the sidelines, why would we risk it?

Whenever you play a zone you take a risk.