No NHL coach controls the tempo of a game better than Jacques Lemaire....
The goalie tandem of Manny Fernandez and Dwayne Roloson does an outstanding job of rebound control, making it easier on the team's defense-men down low....
Young D-men Willie Mitchell and Nick Schultz improved tremendously last year under the tutelage of assistant coach Mike Ramsey....
Don't be surprised to see second-year F Pierre-Marc Bouchard put up good numbers. At 19, he's adjusted to life in the NHL.