8/7 Prospect Update

Wednesday 8/7
WJC Evaluation Camp
Canada defeated Finland 5-3
Damon Severson D: DNP

Teams have to work a lot of players in and out of the line up so don't worry about Severson not playing.

USA lost to Sweden 4-0
Stefan Matteau LW: 4 PIM (Hooking, Elbowing)
Steve Santini D: 4 PIM (High Sticking Double Minor)

Matteau was LW on a line with C Boo Nieves (NYR) and RW Adam Erne (TB) with C Zach Stepan (NSH) rotating in. His 2nd penalty led to a Sweden PPG. Penalties were the reason why Matteau was the final forward cut from last year's team. Sounds like he's had 2 shaky games and 1 good game so far. Still, players will be evaluated through the 1st half of the season, with some getting a chance in December camp, so don't write him off just yet.

Santini was partnered with Ian McCoshen (FLA) today. Santini's penalty led to a Sweden PPG.