Phil Kessel had his first practice back after a long free agency this offseason, and it didn't go as he'd probably have hoped, raising questions about his future in the NHL.
Kessel was given an incredible opportunity to join one of the potential Stanley Cup contenders in the Vancouver Canucks, and had his first practice yesterday with their AHL affiliate in Abbotsford. However, the practice didn't go as well as he'd likely hoped for, as he was visibly tired throughout the practice.
The Vancouver Canucks are having an incredible breakout season, leading the charge for potential contenders for the Stanley Cup. They will need to figure out if adding Kessel is worth shaking up what has been working this season.
Kessel does bring some intangibles to the table. He has some incredible Stanley Cup experience, in a veteran, glue-guy-type fashion that the Canucks could certainly use.