Jim Benning has a vision, and he’s a great boss, but he’s not afraid to move people out if that helps the team. That’s how you build a great organization. Don’t let the “Aw Shucks,” act fool you. He knows the business side of an NHL franchise.
Consider the off season so far.
Sautner and Boucher were sent to Utica where they can bolster a winning environment in the AHL and be ready for injury call up (or compete for a spot at camp). Bachman was extended. No waiver worries for any of these guys.
Lukas Jasek, Eilas Pettersson, Petrus Palmu, and Michael DiPietro were all signed.