Rivalry games don't matter. That kind of emotional outburst is embarrassing. He should be suspended for at least one game.
Yes, that's exactly what I said.
On to a relevant note:
Have to think that, of the forwards, Canada continues to put a conscious effort towards physicality ... especially with a Sutter behind the bench. What that means for the Jacket prospects (Rychel, Anderson) is that they have a pretty darn good shot at making the final cut. There are two guys who are basically locks to make the team, in Drouin and Hudon ... both guys made the team last year (though Hudon didn't play in the tournament due to injury); and should see ice time in key offensive situations. After that, you have 10 spots between 13 guys. I don't see Canada bringing along both Taylor Leier and Nic Petan; as they are very similar players, and guys that you don't necessarily need two of. I would also think it difficult for the Canadian brass to include both Connor McDavid and Sam Reinhart, but those guys are skilled enough that it's very possible. Felix Girard plays the game right on the edge - but will he beat out some of the bigger, equally physical guys, to make the team?
Defensively, two guys have to miss the cut. Griffin Reinhart and Matt Dumba are likely locks to make the team; Reinhart being the only returning blueliner from last year's team. Aaron Ekblad may be a year too young for this team; but he's a wild card because of the raw skill that he provides. Derick Pouliot and Josh Morrissey play very similar games, and either guy could be the team's powerplay quarterback. Knowing their defensive zone question marks, I have to believe that only one of the two makes the team - especially if a guy like Aaron Ekblad is brought along. Of note: I am absolutely stunned that Ryan Pulock didn't even get invited to the camp. The fact that he's one of only three right handed guys coming to camp may bode very well for Ekblad; which only exacerbates my feelings towards leaving Pulock out.
It will be interesting to see how it shakes down ... I think this lineup has the potential to have more skill than in year's past, while also having the size and physical dominance.