Tuesday, September 13, 2016

Byfuglien at forward experiment for US could be short-lived (Yahoo Sports)

Finland defenseman Jyrki Jokipakka (2) reaches for the puck next to U.S. defenseman Dustin Byfuglien (33) during the first period of an exhibition game, part of the World Cup of Hockey, Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2016, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

The Dustin Byfuglien at forward experiment might be a short-lived one for the United States. Byfuglien played on the wing during the Americans' 3-2 victory over Finland in their final exhibition game Tuesday night and had the lowest ice time of any player. Coach John Tortorella explained the move earlier in the day as a way to see the six other defensemen on the roster.


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