With the Capitals' rookie camp focusing solely on practices, the team aims to minimize injury risk and prepare players for the demanding pro level.
Capitals' coaches emphasized the importance of teaching players pro habits and maintaining a high tempo, distinguishing this camp from junior and college hockey experiences.
Hershey Bears Coach Todd Nelson reflected on the decision to hold practices only, noting that past tournament styles led to injuries, emphasizing the value of injury prevention.
Nelson stated that this format allowed players to enter training camp at full strength, contributing to a higher quality of preparation for the upcoming season.
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