Ian Cole decided to try something new this summer.
Moderation.
After blocking 256 shots when you combine the regular season and playoffs — only Edmonton’s Kris Russel had more — Cole decided he didn't need to do things in huge quantities and tweaked his offseason routine.
Instead of taking more time off, Cole actually took less. No four-to-six weeks of decompressing; Cole said he began working out again roughly 10 days after hoisting the Stanley Cup for a second consecutive season.
“It’s the first time I’ve done that, and I feel awesome,” Cole said. “I feel great.