What Berube wants to see from Rielly on the PP: 'He's got to be a shooter'
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In a recent discussion, Blues head coach Craig Berube emphasized the importance of defenceman Morgan Rielly's role on the power play. Berube highlighted that Rielly is not just a playmaker but needs to step up as a shooter to maximize his contributions on the ice. With Rielly's skill set, he has the potential to be a significant offensive threat if he adopts a more aggressive approach in shooting situations.
Berube noted that Rielly's passing ability is top-notch, but the coach urged him to find the balance between setting up teammates and taking shots himself. This could open up opportunities for other players, as defenders will be forced to respect Rielly's shot, creating space for his line mates. By developing this aspect of his game, Rielly has a chance to elevate his performance and that of the entire power play unit.
As the season progresses, fans are eager to see how Rielly responds to Berube's challenge. The coaching staff is confident in his abilities and believes that a more assertive Rielly could lead to a more potent offensive threat for the Blues. The focus now shifts to whether Rielly can embrace this role and drive the team’s success on special teams.
Berube noted that Rielly's passing ability is top-notch, but the coach urged him to find the balance between setting up teammates and taking shots himself. This could open up opportunities for other players, as defenders will be forced to respect Rielly's shot, creating space for his line mates. By developing this aspect of his game, Rielly has a chance to elevate his performance and that of the entire power play unit.
As the season progresses, fans are eager to see how Rielly responds to Berube's challenge. The coaching staff is confident in his abilities and believes that a more assertive Rielly could lead to a more potent offensive threat for the Blues. The focus now shifts to whether Rielly can embrace this role and drive the team’s success on special teams.