It's not because the players are out of practice or lacking motivation, but due to an unfortunate incident. Arthur Staple of The Athletic recently reported that Laviolette got hit by a puck on the side of his head and had to be helped off the ice by a trainer.
During the early stages of training camp, when coaches typically focus on guiding players and making minor adjustments to strategies, Laviolette encountered an unforeseen issue. This incident reminds us that hockey can be unpredictable, and everyone involved, including coaches, must be resilient.
