There's just something about that New Season Smell.

The players are flying in, skating in optional sessions, filling in their "My Name Is ____" nametags ... .It's all about to kick off! This week we talk about the fresh ice at Scottrade (aka DrinkScotch), the Traverse City tournament - and some surprise names there, plus the new rules in the upcoming season. Also, some continuing grumpiness (but no panic) over Jaden Schwartz not signing yet, and a new head of the Department of Player Safety.... and a few more odds and ends!