Traverse City — The talk about whether Anthony Mantha is headed back to Grand Rapids or starting the season with the Red Wings, that’s all gone.
The minor leagues are far gone now. Mantha knows he’s an NHL player and there’s a certain calmness and confidence around him as training camp ended Monday.
Finally given a full-time opportunity last season after being promoted from Grand Rapids, Mantha scored 17 goals and looked utterly capable of scoring more in the years ahead.
“There’s a little stress that’s gone from last year, for sure,” Mantha said.