DetroitRedWings.com’s Jonathan Mills filed a morning article which discusses the “familiar faces” on the Wings’ roster who are intent upon making a difference during the upcoming season:
Lalonde is also pleased with the development of Michael Rasmussen, who recorded career-highs in games played (80), goals (15), assists (12) and points (27) last season.
“He had some confidence from his finish last year,” Lalonde said. “Probably rolled over into his summer and into camp here. Obviously, it is disappointing to lose (Andrew) Copp for the first part of camp, but it gave him (Rasmussen) some reps at center.”
When asked how he will utilize Rasmussen this season, Lalonde said the former 2017 first-round pick will likely get some time at multiple positions.
“I think we would like to see him at center,” Lalonde said. “That big body, obviously being able to defend with that size down low and get some defensive stops. He also has had some success at wing, so we have a little bit more luxury of some depth this year.”
