Rossi starts the NHL in the form of his life, Kasper scored twice

Marco Rossi can look forward to a lot of ice time at the start of the NHL season. Austria’s ice hockey star is said to be stronger than ever and has a good chance of beating them in the opener Columbus Blue Jackets in Minnesota Parade line to find again. This is reported by well-informed US media such as The Athletic. The Vorarlberger, who impressed with 21 goals and 20 assists in the previous season, could therefore be a center between the Wild top stars Kirill Kaprizow and Mats Zuccarrello accrue.

At the dress rehearsal on Friday against the Chicago Blackhawks Rossi became a coach John Hynes for two thirds in the first line After that, Joel Eriksson Ek was tested (two assists). Rossi scored that in the 6-0 win 1:0 (8.) im Powerplay and prepared another PP goal. In the past In three games he had two goals and three assists.

There was double success on Friday Marco Kasperin his team’s 3-4 defeat after extra time Detroit Red Wings the first both hits achieved. The striker still has hopes of making it into the NHL squad.

“Wherever Hynes puts me, I just try to play my game and do my best,” Rossi said before the game. “When you play with Zuccy and Kirill, you obviously know what to expect. And you know what you have to do. Be ready for the puck, get them the puck, go to the difficult areas. I’m just trying to develop myself and have more confidence.”

The long road back after Covid

The 23-year-old Rossi is entering his second full season with Minnesota after initially being slowed by the aftermath of a Covid infection (November 2020). For the striker it means recommending himself for a future in the Wild jersey. After this season, his $863,000 contract expires.

The NHL season officially started on Friday in Prague, with the New Jersey Devils defeating the Buffalo Sabers 4-1. The second duel between these two teams will take place on Saturday (today). The starting signal in North America is on Tuesday.