As the Checkers’ season opener draws ever closer, this week’s training camp becomes more and more important. Players need to work their way back to game speed, systems need to be learned and line combos need to be established. But just as an important is the need for leadership to emerge.
The Checkers kicked off their training camp Tuesday morning in Indian Trail. As they prepare for their season opener on Oct. 10, we examined three questions that face the Checkers heading into camp.
Welcome to our Central Division Preview, where one-by-one we will take a look at each of the Checkers' division rivals. Today's focus is on the Rockford IceHogs, affiliate of the Chicago Blackhawks.