Fresh Links: First Impressions

Development Camp continues... Day #2.

• One thing that impressed was John Beecher’s speed. Jake Schmaltz is getting to know his peers, and has good advice only a phone call away. Boston Herald
• The chance to join a team that just played in the Stanley Cup Final motivates this year’s campers. Boston.com
• John Beecher was surprised to be selected in the first round, and the Bruins were pleased that he was still available. Bonus- link to The Skate Podcast, tackling issues like the futures of Torey Krug and Matt Grzelcyk. WEEI
• Oskar Steen may be slotted to begin the season in Providence, but if the Curious Case of Karson Kuhlman is any indication, he may not stay there. Boston Herald
• He may have been snubbed at NHL Draft, but it did lead to an invitiation to attend Bruins Development Camp. Mike Hardman is ready to strut his stuff. Patriot Ledger
• Baby faced Axel Andersson is in his second camp, and his performance will affect the decision whether he spends this year playing junior or in Providence. Boston Herald
• Read between the lines of the Steven Kampfer deal- what issues does the re-signing address? Chowder and Champions
• Rumors- are the Bruins just Wild about Jason Zucker ? Is Noel Acciari on the move? Causeway Crowd
• This “Featurd Writer” [sic] addresses the future of David Krejci. My NHL Trade Rumors
• Have a look at the official Bruins website devoted to the prospects. Bruins NHL

Elsewhere around the rink:

• In news of former Bruins: Zach Trotman has found a home in Pittsburgh. NHL Penguins
• I’m going to miss Roberto Luongo and his marvelous @strombone1 Twitter account. Last Word on Sports The Canucks offered their thanks in this video... @Canucks ...as did the Panthers. @FlaPanthers. Lu said goodbye in a sweet letter to fans. Panthers NHL
• The salary cap is CRAP! Kill it with fire! No, actually the cap promotes that wonderful parity we all love. Discuss. ESPN
• The new Seattle NHL team’s AHL affiliate has landed in posh digs. Seattle Times