""We're going to tweak some things. This is a good team. There are good people in there. They were doing a lot of good things for big parts of this year. So we just try and get that back on track.""
""It's the details of the game. Line changes, back-checking, effort, stopping in D-zone coverage. Willingness to take a turn and block a shot if it's your turn, just all the intangibles that go into playing winning hockey this time of year.""
Pete DeBoer took over as head coach of the NY Islanders, implementing new practice structures and demanding player accountability. He introduced colored jerseys by position and began laying down his system with three days of practice before a crucial game. DeBoer acknowledged the team's potential and emphasized the importance of details such as line changes and effort. His non-negotiables focus on the intangibles necessary for winning hockey, while also preparing the team for future seasons as they push for playoff contention.
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