The Blues’ prospects wrapped up their visit to Traverse City yesterday with a disappointing 1-1-1 record and a 7-3 lethargic loss to the Dallas Stars’ prospects. There’s no skin in the Traverse City games - it’s pre-pre season. The tournament is for evaluative purposes - get a good look at Traverse City, hang around through camp and the pre-season, and a player can contend for a roster spot when the season starts.
Many of the Blues’ younger players will be pushing to crack the lineup starting on Thursday. Dakota Joshua already impressed as part of the taxi squad last season; he brought that same physical edge to the prospect tournament.