Avalanche Cup champion faces ultimate test in pivotal season ahead
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Stanley Cup champion J.T. Compher and former member of the Colorado Avalanche, had a subpar season last year to say the least, and now with the Detroit Red Wings, he will need to step up his game more than ever.
His drop-off came directly following his 5-year, $25 million contract, so he desperately needs to live up to his value. In contrast to a player like Parker Kelly who believes his contract will help him perform, it did the complete opposite for Compher.
Former Avalanche member J.T. Compher enters do-or-die season with Detroit Red Wings.
Michael Whitaker of The Hockey News highlighted the urgency Compher faces this season following a disappointing performance last year.
"The 16 points lost in his production could have gone a long way in helping the Red Wings bring an end to their postseason drought. That being said, Red Wings coach Todd McLellan spoke highly of Compher in his end-of-season media availability and praised the defensive attributes that he brings that don't show up on the scoresheet." -Whitaker
McLellan continued to emphasize Compher's 200 foot game, and explained that there isn't a stat sheet for defensive performance. But for a $5 million player, he is still expected to produce some offence.
"There's also the possibility that he could find himself in danger of being moved down even further in the lineup if a young player like Nate Danielson or Carter Mazur impresses enough during pre-season play. It also wouldn't be surprising to see Compher begin the new season centering either the third or fourth forward line." -Whitaker
Compher has had a decline from his past seasons, but Avalanche fans know what he can offer a team. Hopefully, for the Red Wings, they experience the best of him this upcoming NHL season.
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