Even though the Tigers will not end their World Series drought in 2015, I’m very excited for MLB playoffs and the start of the 2015-2016 NHL season.
Most of my excitement for the upcoming hockey season revolves around two rookies, that are not Red Wings, Connor McDavid (Edmonton) and Jack Eichel (Buffalo). McDavid and Eichel were the first two picks in the 2015 NHL draft, both of whom I saw play at the World Junior Tournament in Montreal after last Christmas.
Below is the cover of the Hockey News, August issue, with the heading Instant Legends.
FYI: I’m a new THN subscriber
Last night the NHL pre-season kicked-off. McDavid had two assists against Calgary and was the game’s first star. Eichel, had a short handed goal, which proved to be the game winner, against the Wild and was also name the game’s first star. I know it’s pre-season, but I’m excited, did you see the Tigers’ doubleheader yesterday?
Here’s a link to Eichel’s “shorty”.
Flashin' Leather 
It was good to have the Wings back in action, too. I think Mantha will be fine if they give them a chance to develop.
Mike