According to Chris Johnston’s latest for Sportsnet, Holland could be the odd man out in Toronto.
“The positive in tonight’s game to me is 56 — real simple,” said Babcock, a reference to Froese’s sweater number. “Just faceoffs alone and compete alone. You’re going to be competitive if you’re going to be here. That’s it. It’s that simple.”
That comment seemed to point to Holland, who has previously had his competitiveness questioned by the coach. When asked about him prior to the Coyotes game, Babcock noted: “When you’re on a third or fourth line, you’re on a tryout every night.