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...wanted to get as strong as possible and gain explosiveness without losing any speed,” Packard said...
Keeping his new line partners motivated is not a concern, though. Packard described Pettit as having one of the best shots in the ECAC, and pointed to his brilliance in finding open areas on the ice. He praised Cavanagh for his tremendous ability to control the puck down...
...Packard believes that his own role is to use his physical size to create space for both his linemates. He has only recently started to use his size well, according to Mazzoleni...
Many of his teammates believe that Packard has been successful because he has learned how to take advantage of his physical presence. Where as a freshman and sophomore Packard tried to rely on speed and puck handling, he now uses his size efficiently, whether it be in screening the goaltender or in punishing opponents along the boards...
Having worked hard all offseason to get in the best shape of his life, Packard was prepared for his promotion to the top forward line. He and other teammates, including Pettit, lived together this summer and worked out four times a week, focusing on conditioning. He also joined with several of them to play in a summer league together...