Training camp | Quotes of the day – Sept. 30

BROSSARD – Several players and head coach Martin St-Louis addressed the media ahead of Saturday night’s game against the Maple Leafs at the Bell Centre.

Here are a few noteworthy quotes from today’s availabilities:

Cole Caufield on Emil Heineman’s shot:

Get him the puck! He rips it pretty hard and he gets it off quick. He had a look the other game on Wednesday that was pretty special. It didn't go in – they don't all go in – but for sure he's going to get his looks and he's going to score a couple.

Alex Newhook on playing wing versus center and playing on a line with Caufield and Nick Suzuki:

I’ve played both positions throughout my whole career. So I think wherever I'm slotted in, I can fit in anywhere in the lineup. To be playing with these types of players, whether it's wing or center doesn't matter to me and I'm excited for the opportunity.

Riley Kidney on playing a preseason NHL game:

I think this game is huge for me. I have to show everyone what I can do at the pro level. It’s a lot more quick and I don’t have as much time with the puck. I’m excited to show everyone what I can do.

St-Louis on the level of competition at camp so far:

I've been really happy with the energy in practice and the engagement. The stuff we’re talking about, the amount of guys who are absorbing it and you see, in-game, them going and applying it. The competition raises that level of energy. It’s up to them to make our decision hard – not just for making the team, but where you're going to be on this team. Once the season starts, that competition is still there.

Game time is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. ET at the Bell Centre. For tickets, click here.