There was an optional skate in Detroit this morning.
Captains participate, which is why Dylan Larkin was there; because he's the captain of the Detroit Red Wings. You don't have to declare that, Jeff, it's ok.
Save that for whichever coach Steve Yzerman has already hired to lead this team next season.
The crowds are a bit louder. You've read that.
The special teams are a bit better. You've seen that.
Jimmy Howard is on the verge of a lifetime contract, because that's what your boy Kenny does.
In all honesty, I'm not opposed.