With only two preseason contests left and the training camp roster trimmed to 35, chances for players to prove themselves are running out. Every practice counts, and as Boudreau said following today's skate, now is the time for younger guys to start distinguishing themselves.
"I told Brent [Flahr] today ... we're like, from Missouri. You know, 'Show Me,'" Boudreau said. "Just show me what you got. Put your best foot forward, and then we'll make decisions on it."
Coyle and Carter hurt, Gabriel and Schroeder in
Boudreau announced after practice that Ryan Carter and Charlie Coyle, initially listed on tonight's roster, are injured and won't play tonight.
"The injuries aren't serious; they're just little bumps," Boudreau said. "But it wasn't something we really wanted to take a chance with."
With those two out, Kurtis Gabriel, who was assigned to Iowa yesterday, and Jordan Schroeder, placed on waivers and reclaimed, will crack the lineup.
"[It's] just another opportunity to show what I can do," Gabriel said. "Obviously, sometimes, you start a little slower and stuff, so maybe I can get it going tonight."
