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Mike Babcock on Jason Spezza: “There is a role here for him, but he’s got to be able to do it”

You look at the depth you have at this camp, especially in some of those fourth-line positions, and might that be the most competitive group? The third defense pairing and those final three or four spots?

Babcock: Figuring it out is what camp is all about. Over time, it gets to be a mental grind. Even today is harder than the day before. Usually, the guys that are better come to the forefront. We just keep watching each and every day. Can they play on the power play? Can they penalty kill? What role can you provide?