Jarnkrok specified that the forecheck is the key to getting their game going in the right direction, as it starts with getting the puck cleanly out of their zone and spending more time in the opponent's end of the rink. The veteran forward will be on the top line alongside William Nylander and John Tavares, where Jarnkrok stated his goal is to work hard to get the puck to his star linemates.
If Mathew Barzal and Bo Horvat are the engines of the New York Islanders' offense, Emil Heineman might be the spark that keeps them running at full throttle. Since joining their line, the 22-year-old Swedish winger has added exactly what head coach Patrick Roy felt the duo needed: speed, grit, and an instinct for doing the dirty work that lets Barzal and Horvat shine.
Bobby McMann isn't just fighting for a spot in the Toronto Maple Leafs' top six -- he's looking to define his future in the NHL. Maple Leafs coach Craig Berube recently stated his firm and clear expectations for the 29-year-old left winger. He wants McMann "going to the net, being hard and physical." Berube also said McMann "can take another step in his game."