from Helene St. James of the Detroit Free Press,
Yzerman will be watching prospects and veterans as training camp commences next week in Traverse City, his first since taking over as general manager in April. Players young and old would do well to remember what Yzerman said this summer: Nobody is getting handed a position. Spots must be earned.
There are spots up for grabs for forwards and defensemen, which should make for a competitive camp and exhibition season. Veterans should feel vulnerable, because there are a handful of prospects ready to challenge for jobs.