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Mike Babcock on Jake Gardiner: “He’s one of those guys with elite hockey sense”

In a game like last night’s with a lot of goals scored, you look at the defensive position. How has that defensive position evolved for you over the years? Is it about the stick now and body positioning?

Babcock: I mean, obviously, being an elite skater is real important. Elite hockey sense really helps. A great stick and understanding of the game so that you can sort things out. The really good players, when they see it happening, can help other people see it happen. We weren’t very good last night off the rush.