Sean Durzi and Ian Cole have shown early chemistry together for the Utah Hockey Club.
The Utah Hockey Club blueliner — who had 41 points in 76 games last season — is known for his offensive flair and ability to jump up into the play. But, it’s his dedication to his defensive details that have made him such versatile asset for the team.
“I think they have poise with the puck, they make good plays, they have a lot of composure out there,” head coach André Tourigny said. “I think is a good veteran; you can see his positioning, his physicality. I think they talk a lot to each other. Their chemistry is really good so far.” “He’s a great player. He was one of the top defensemen, certainly on this roster, last year,” Cole said. “I think for me and him it’s ironing out those reads, ironing out the communication and getting everyone on the same page.”
Cole signed a one-year contract with Utah in July in an effort to bring a heightened “winning culture” to the organization. The 35-year-old is entering his 15th season in the NHL and has made the playoffs for the past 14 consecutive years. Cole hoisted the Stanley Cup in back-to-back seasons with the Pittsburgh Penguins and has earned his keep in the league by being a hard-nosed, physical and reliable player.
“In terms of a team that has elite skill, a team that has probably underperformed over the past couple years and is really sick of losing hockey games and not playing come late April, May,” Cole said. “It’s that recipe that makes guys raise their competitiveness. ... And then you couple that with the inaugural season, a whole new thing. It could be a really exciting perfect storm.”
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