Detroit Hockey Now’s Kevin Allen offered the following comment from Red Wings GM Steve Yzerman in the DHN “Daily“:
Given the excitement level over the Alex DeBrincat acquisition, it’s important to remember that center JT Compher’s success level will be just as important as DeBrincat’s. For the Red Wings to compete for the playoffs, Compher needs have a strong season.
“He’s a very good athlete,” General manager Steve Yzerman. “He’s 28 years old, has remained relatively healthy. Been in the league a long time. After 5-6 years in the league nobody is perfectly healthy. At five-year term, I’m comfortable with that. He’s a good skater, he’s remained relatively healthy.”
