As a rookie, it's difficult to comment on the expectations of the upcoming season for the Anaheim Outlaws. Coming from across the pond with little knowledge of the league, I do know they are coming off a championship season. With that brings added pressure to perform out of the gate. There are many new faces in the locker room and they will be looking to the veterans that remain with the team for guidance. Not only on the ice, but off it as well. A couple vets being looked upon to do just that:

Rhys Pritchard, named the newest captain of the Outlaws. Being named the captain of any team is an honour and Pritchard is the right man for the job. His calm demeanor in the room will help keep the rookies focused, but he isn't afraid to hold players accountable. Just what the team will need this year. 

Alex Petrenko, the last remaining veteran defenceman on the roster. It goes without saying how much his experience will help a young d-core. Paired with highly touted rookie defenceman, Emilia Bergman, Alex will be there to show her the ropes and develop into a elite defenceman. 

Separa Borro, will look to be consistent when called on. Backing up a goalie like Strom Chamberlain may be viewed as no easy task, but it couldn't be a better opportunity to watch and practice with that caliber of goaltender every day.