Jeff Paterson did an interview with Benning today.
Listen here:
https://soundcloud.com/team-radio-interviews/jim-benning-with-jeff-paterson-november-12Main points said.
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Attributes the good start to the team having fun again, says that when he watched the team last year and from talking to the players when he was hired, you could tell they weren't having fun.
Thinks that Willie is doing a great job with the players, and the players are buying in.
Still thinks that the team can get better in certain areas.
Thought that the Cali Road Trip was a success, was impressed seeing as we were on the tail end of a 15 game in 26 day swing.
The team was overwhelmed by LA, but was happy with the bounce back the next night in ANA.
Vrbata and Dorsett are practicing tomorrow, may be back by Friday.
Sbisa and Kass skated today still a few days away from being cleared for game action
Sestito not close to playing, long-term injury.
Praises Bo's strength, willingness to drive the net, and 200 foot game. "Smart defensive player first, then comes the offence". His fate will be decided after the 9th game.
Has full support for Willie's allotment of minutes, including last night where the 4th line only got 6 minutes.
Talked to Travis Green yesterday, says the Goaltending has been fantastic, also says bringing in vets to play with the "kids" is really paying off; Great influence.
Says DeFazio had a great camp, and earned his call-up.
Has been actively scouting the WHL when the Canucks aren't playing.
Planning to head out after the game vs AZ to scout the OHL Saturday and Sunday
Then going to watch the Subway Series on Monday, followed by the GM Meetings on Tuesday in TO
Heading to Utica on Wednesday to watch them play Hamilton, then will fly home on Thursday to watch us play ANA.
Heading back East next week to scout College Free Agents.
Is in active talks with Newport Sports and Chris Tanev on getting a deal done, says he's not worried about it.
This post was edited by Farine on Nov 13 2014 12:47am